P54.5
Billable

Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage

Billable / Specific Code

What is Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage?

ICD-10-CM P54.5 is the diagnosis code for Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage. 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 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for P54.5

✅ This Code Includes

  • Neonatal bruising
  • Neonatal ecchymoses
  • Neonatal petechiae
  • Neonatal superficial hematomata

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

The following conditions are not included in P54.5. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • bruising of scalp due to birth injury (P12.3)
  • cephalhematoma due to birth injury (P12.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P54.5 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P54.5 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P54.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P54.5 mean?

P54.5 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of P54.5?

The parent code of P54.5 is P54 ("Other neonatal hemorrhages"). P54.5 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is P54.5 in?

P54.5 is located in Section P50-P61 — "Hemorrhagic and hematological disorders of newborn" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use P54.5?

Use P54.5 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage" 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 cutaneous hemorrhage?

The ICD-10-CM code for Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage is P54.5.

Can P54.5 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P54.5 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P54.5 in?

P54.5 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P54.5 valid for 2026?

Yes, P54.5 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
P54.5
Neonatal cutaneous hemorrhage
Billable / Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P50-P61 — Hemorrhagic and hematological disorders of newborn
2026 ICD-10-CM