P39.1
Billable

Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis?

ICD-10-CM P39.1 is the diagnosis code for Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis. This code falls under the section "Infections specific to the perinatal period" within Chapter 16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for P39.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Neonatal chlamydial conjunctivitis
  • Ophthalmia neonatorum NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as P39.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • gonococcal conjunctivitis (A54.31)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P39.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is P39.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P39.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P39.1 mean?

P39.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of P39.1?

The parent code of P39.1 is P39 ("Other infections specific to the perinatal period"). P39.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is P39.1 in?

P39.1 is located in Section P35-P39 — "Infections specific to the perinatal period" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use P39.1?

Use P39.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis" 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 Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis is P39.1.

Can P39.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P39.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P39.1 in?

P39.1 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from P39.1?

Type 1 Excludes for P39.1 include: gonococcal conjunctivitis (A54.31).

Is P39.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, P39.1 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
P39.1
Neonatal conjunctivitis and dacryocystitis
Billable / Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P35-P39 — Infections specific to the perinatal period
2026 ICD-10-CM