P95
Billable

Stillbirth

Billable / Specific Code

What is Stillbirth?

ICD-10-CM P95 is the diagnosis code for Stillbirth. This code falls under the section "Other disorders originating in the perinatal period" 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 P95

✅ This Code Includes

  • Deadborn fetus NOS
  • Fetal death of unspecified cause
  • Stillbirth NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as P95. They are mutually exclusive:

  • maternal care for intrauterine death (O36.4)
  • missed abortion (O02.1)
  • outcome of delivery, stillbirth (Z37.1, Z37.3, Z37.4, Z37.7)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P95 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P95 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P95 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P95 mean?

P95 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Stillbirth". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is P95 in?

P95 is located in Section P90-P96 — "Other disorders originating in the perinatal period" within Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use P95?

Use P95 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Stillbirth" 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 Stillbirth?

The ICD-10-CM code for Stillbirth is P95.

Can P95 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P95 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P95 in?

P95 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from P95?

Type 1 Excludes for P95 include: maternal care for intrauterine death (O36.4); missed abortion (O02.1); outcome of delivery, stillbirth (Z37.1, Z37.3, Z37.4, Z37.7).

Is P95 valid for 2026?

Yes, P95 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
P95
Stillbirth
Billable / Specific Code
16 — Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
P90-P96 — Other disorders originating in the perinatal period
2026 ICD-10-CM