P03
Non-Billable

Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery?

ICD-10-CM P03 is the diagnosis code for Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery. This code falls under the section "Newborn affected by maternal factors and by complications of pregnancy, labor, and delivery" within Chapter 16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

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Coding Guidelines for P03

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in P03. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • encounter for observation of newborn for suspected diseases and conditions ruled out (Z05.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P03 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
P03.0Newborn affected by breech delivery and extractionBillableP03.1Newborn affected by other malpresentation, malposition and disproportion during labor and deliveryBillableP03.2Newborn affected by forceps deliveryBillableP03.3Newborn affected by delivery by vacuum extractor [ventouse]BillableP03.4Newborn affected by Cesarean deliveryBillableP03.5Newborn affected by precipitate deliveryBillableP03.6Newborn affected by abnormal uterine contractionsBillableP03.8Newborn affected by other specified complications of labor and deliveryNon-BillableP03.81Newborn affected by abnormality in fetal (intrauterine) heart rate or rhythmNon-BillableP03.810Newborn affected by abnormality in fetal (intrauterine) heart rate or rhythm before the onset of laborBillableP03.811Newborn affected by abnormality in fetal (intrauterine) heart rate or rhythm during laborBillableP03.819Newborn affected by abnormality in fetal (intrauterine) heart rate or rhythm, unspecified as to time of onsetBillableP03.82Meconium passage during deliveryBillableP03.89Newborn affected by other specified complications of labor and deliveryBillableP03.9Newborn affected by complication of labor and delivery, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P03 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, P03 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does P03 mean?

P03 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P03 in?

P03 is located in Section P00-P04 — "Newborn affected by maternal factors and by complications of pregnancy, labor, and delivery" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of P03?

P03 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P03.0, P03.1, P03.2, P03.3, P03.4 and more.

When should I use P03?

Use P03 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery?

The ICD-10-CM code for Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery is P03.

Can P03 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, P03 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is P03 in?

P03 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P03 valid for 2026?

Yes, P03 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
P03
Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P00-P04 — Newborn affected by maternal factors and by complications of pregnancy, labor, and delivery
2026 ICD-10-CM