P60
Billable

Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn

Billable / Specific Code

What is Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn?

ICD-10-CM P60 is the diagnosis code for Disseminated intravascular coagulation 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 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

Coding Guidelines for P60

✅ This Code Includes

  • Defibrination syndrome of newborn

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P60 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeP60 — Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is P60 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P60 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P60 mean?

P60 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P60 in?

P60 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 P60?

Use P60 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disseminated intravascular coagulation 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 Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn is P60.

Can P60 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P60 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P60 in?

P60 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P60 valid for 2026?

Yes, P60 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
P60
Disseminated intravascular coagulation of newborn
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