P29
Non-Billable

Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period?

ICD-10-CM P29 is the diagnosis code for Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period. This code falls under the section "Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for P29

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

The following conditions are not included in P29. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • congenital malformations of the circulatory system (Q20-Q28)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P29 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 7 entries
P29.0Neonatal cardiac failureBillableP29.1Neonatal cardiac dysrhythmiaNon-BillableP29.11Neonatal tachycardiaBillableP29.12Neonatal bradycardiaBillableP29.2Neonatal hypertensionBillableP29.3Persistent fetal circulationNon-BillableP29.30Pulmonary hypertension of newbornBillableP29.38Other persistent fetal circulationBillableP29.4Transient myocardial ischemia in newbornBillableP29.8Other cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal periodNon-BillableP29.81Cardiac arrest of newbornBillableP29.89Other cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal periodBillableP29.9Cardiovascular disorder originating in the perinatal period, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P29 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, P29 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does P29 mean?

P29 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P29 in?

P29 is located in Section P19-P29 — "Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of P29?

P29 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P29.0, P29.1, P29.2, P29.3, P29.4 and more.

When should I use P29?

Use P29 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period" 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 Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period is P29.

Can P29 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, P29 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is P29 in?

P29 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P29 valid for 2026?

Yes, P29 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
P29
Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P19-P29 — Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period
2026 ICD-10-CM