P25.0
BillableInterstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Air trapped in the lung tissue of a newborn, typically occurring during the first few weeks of life due to difficulty with initial breathing or mechanical ventilation.
Coding Tips
- •This code is specific to perinatal period (first 28 days of life); do not use for older infants or children
- •Document the underlying cause if known (e.g., meconium aspiration, respiratory distress syndrome) as it may affect treatment decisions
Code Hierarchy
└P25Interstitial emphysema and related conditions originating in the perinatal period└P25.0Interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period
└P25.0Interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period