Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM P77 is the diagnosis code for Necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn. This code falls under the section "Digestive system disorders of newborn" 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 P77 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, P77 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
P77 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
P77 is located in Section P76-P78 — "Digestive system disorders of newborn" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
P77 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P77.1, P77.2, P77.3, P77.9.
Use P77 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn" 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 Necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn is P77.
No, P77 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
P77 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, P77 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.