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P12.3

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Bruising of scalp due to birth injury

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

What This Code Means

Bruising or discoloration of the baby's scalp caused by pressure or trauma during the birth process.

Coding Tips

  • •Document the location and extent of bruising on the scalp
  • •Distinguish from other scalp injuries such as lacerations or more serious hemorrhages

Code Hierarchy

└P12Birth injury to scalp└P12.3Bruising of scalp due to birth injury
└P12.3Bruising of scalp due to birth injury

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