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P03.9

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Newborn affected by complication of labor and delivery, unspecified

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

The newborn was affected by a complication during labor and delivery, but the specific type of complication is not documented.

Coding Tips

  • •This is the least specific code in the P03 category; avoid using if any detail about the complication is available
  • •Query the provider if possible to obtain more specific information

Code Hierarchy

└P03Newborn affected by other complications of labor and delivery└P03.9Newborn affected by complication of labor and delivery, unspecified
└P03.9Newborn affected by complication of labor and delivery, unspecified

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