P02
Non-Billable

Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes?

ICD-10-CM P02 is the diagnosis code for Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for P02

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

The following conditions are not included in P02. 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 P02 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
P02.0Newborn affected by placenta previaBillableP02.1Newborn affected by other forms of placental separation and hemorrhageBillableP02.2Newborn affected by other and unspecified morphological and functional abnormalities of placentaNon-BillableP02.20Newborn affected by unspecified morphological and functional abnormalities of placentaBillableP02.29Newborn affected by other morphological and functional abnormalities of placentaBillableP02.3Newborn affected by placental transfusion syndromesBillableP02.4Newborn affected by prolapsed cordBillableP02.5Newborn affected by other compression of umbilical cordBillableP02.6Newborn affected by other and unspecified conditions of umbilical cordNon-BillableP02.60Newborn affected by unspecified conditions of umbilical cordBillableP02.69Newborn affected by other conditions of umbilical cordBillableP02.7Newborn affected by chorioamnionitisNon-BillableP02.70Newborn affected by fetal inflammatory response syndromeBillableP02.78Newborn affected by other conditions from chorioamnionitisBillableP02.8Newborn affected by other abnormalities of membranesBillableP02.9Newborn affected by abnormality of membranes, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P02 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, P02 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does P02 mean?

P02 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P02 in?

P02 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 P02?

P02 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P02.0, P02.1, P02.2, P02.3, P02.4 and more.

When should I use P02?

Use P02 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes" 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 complications of placenta, cord and membranes?

The ICD-10-CM code for Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes is P02.

Can P02 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, P02 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is P02 in?

P02 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P02 valid for 2026?

Yes, P02 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
P02
Newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord and membranes
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