P13
Non-Billable

Birth injury to skeleton

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Birth injury to skeleton?

ICD-10-CM P13 is the diagnosis code for Birth injury to skeleton. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for P13

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

The following conditions are not included in P13. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • birth injury to spine (P11.5)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P13 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 7 entries
P13.0Fracture of skull due to birth injuryBillableP13.1Other birth injuries to skullBillableP13.2Birth injury to femurBillableP13.3Birth injury to other long bonesBillableP13.4Fracture of clavicle due to birth injuryBillableP13.8Birth injuries to other parts of skeletonBillableP13.9Birth injury to skeleton, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P13 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, P13 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does P13 mean?

P13 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Birth injury to skeleton". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P13 in?

P13 is located in Section P10-P15 — "Birth trauma" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of P13?

P13 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P13.0, P13.1, P13.2, P13.3, P13.4 and more.

When should I use P13?

Use P13 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Birth injury to skeleton" 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 Birth injury to skeleton?

The ICD-10-CM code for Birth injury to skeleton is P13.

Can P13 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, P13 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is P13 in?

P13 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P13 valid for 2026?

Yes, P13 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousP12.9Birth injury to scalp, unspecifiedNext →P13.0Fracture of skull due to birth injury
Code Details
P13
Birth injury to skeleton
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P10-P15 — Birth trauma
2026 ICD-10-CM