Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM P81 is the diagnosis code for Other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn. This code falls under the section "Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation 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.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where P81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, P81 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
P81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
P81 is located in Section P80-P83 — "Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation of newborn" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
P81 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: P81.0, P81.8, P81.9.
Use P81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn is P81.
No, P81 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
P81 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, P81 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.