P96.5
Billable

Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure

Billable / Specific Code

What is Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure?

ICD-10-CM P96.5 is the diagnosis code for Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure. 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for P96.5

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

The following conditions are not included in P96.5. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • newborn affected by amniocentesis (P00.6)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where P96.5 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is P96.5 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, P96.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does P96.5 mean?

P96.5 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of P96.5?

The parent code of P96.5 is P96 ("Other conditions originating in the perinatal period"). P96.5 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is P96.5 in?

P96.5 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 P96.5?

Use P96.5 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure" 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 Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure?

The ICD-10-CM code for Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure is P96.5.

Can P96.5 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, P96.5 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is P96.5 in?

P96.5 is in Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is P96.5 valid for 2026?

Yes, P96.5 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
P96.5
Complication to newborn due to (fetal) intrauterine procedure
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