P84
Billable

Other problems with newborn

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other problems with newborn?

ICD-10-CM P84 is the diagnosis code for Other problems with newborn. This code falls under the section "Other problems with 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for P84

✅ This Code Includes

  • Acidemia of newborn
  • Acidosis of newborn
  • Anoxia of newborn NOS
  • Asphyxia of newborn NOS
  • Hypercapnia of newborn
  • Hypoxemia of newborn
  • Hypoxia of newborn NOS
  • Mixed metabolic and respiratory acidosis of newborn

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as P84. They are mutually exclusive:

  • intracranial hemorrhage due to anoxia or hypoxia (P52.-)
  • hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE] (P91.6-)
  • late metabolic acidosis of newborn (P74.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P84 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is P84 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P84 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P84 mean?

P84 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other problems with newborn". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P84 in?

P84 is located in Section P84 — "Other problems with newborn" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use P84?

Use P84 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other problems with 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 Other problems with newborn?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other problems with newborn is P84.

Can P84 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P84 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P84 in?

P84 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from P84?

Type 1 Excludes for P84 include: intracranial hemorrhage due to anoxia or hypoxia (P52.-); hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE] (P91.6-); late metabolic acidosis of newborn (P74.0).

Is P84 valid for 2026?

Yes, P84 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
P84
Other problems with newborn
Billable / Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P84 — Other problems with newborn
2026 ICD-10-CM