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P12.1

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Chignon (from vacuum extraction) due to birth injury

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

What This Code Means

A swollen, bruised area on the baby's scalp caused by the vacuum extraction device used to assist delivery.

Coding Tips

  • •This code specifically indicates vacuum-assisted delivery complications; ensure the delivery method is documented
  • •Chignon typically resolves within a few days and rarely requires intervention

Code Hierarchy

└P12Birth injury to scalp└P12.1Chignon (from vacuum extraction) due to birth injury
└P12.1Chignon (from vacuum extraction) due to birth injury

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