P52
Non-Billable

Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn?

ICD-10-CM P52 is the diagnosis code for Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn. This code falls under the section "Hemorrhagic and hematological 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for P52

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as P52. They are mutually exclusive:

  • intracranial hemorrhage due to birth injury (P10.-)
  • intracranial hemorrhage due to other injury (S06.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
P52.0Intraventricular (nontraumatic) hemorrhage, grade 1, of newbornBillableP52.1Intraventricular (nontraumatic) hemorrhage, grade 2, of newbornBillableP52.2Intraventricular (nontraumatic) hemorrhage, grade 3 and grade 4, of newbornNon-BillableP52.21Intraventricular (nontraumatic) hemorrhage, grade 3, of newbornBillableP52.22Intraventricular (nontraumatic) hemorrhage, grade 4, of newbornBillableP52.3Unspecified intraventricular (nontraumatic) hemorrhage of newbornBillableP52.4Intracerebral (nontraumatic) hemorrhage of newbornBillableP52.5Subarachnoid (nontraumatic) hemorrhage of newbornBillableP52.6Cerebellar (nontraumatic) and posterior fossa hemorrhage of newbornBillableP52.8Other intracranial (nontraumatic) hemorrhages of newbornBillableP52.9Intracranial (nontraumatic) hemorrhage of newborn, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P52 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, P52 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does P52 mean?

P52 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P52 in?

P52 is located in Section P50-P61 — "Hemorrhagic and hematological disorders of newborn" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of P52?

P52 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P52.0, P52.1, P52.2, P52.3, P52.4 and more.

When should I use P52?

Use P52 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn" 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 Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn?

The ICD-10-CM code for Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn is P52.

Can P52 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, P52 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is P52 in?

P52 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from P52?

Type 1 Excludes for P52 include: intracranial hemorrhage due to birth injury (P10.-); intracranial hemorrhage due to other injury (S06.-).

Is P52 valid for 2026?

Yes, P52 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
P52
Intracranial nontraumatic hemorrhage of newborn
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P50-P61 — Hemorrhagic and hematological disorders of newborn
2026 ICD-10-CM