ICD-10-CM P12 is the diagnosis code for Birth injury to scalp. This code falls under the section "Birth trauma" 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.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where P12 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, P12 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
P12 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Birth injury to scalp". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
P12 is located in Section P10-P15 — "Birth trauma" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
P12 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P12.0, P12.1, P12.2, P12.3, P12.4 and more.
Use P12 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Birth injury to scalp" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Birth injury to scalp is P12.
No, P12 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
P12 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, P12 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.