P29.2
BillableNeonatal hypertension
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A newborn has abnormally high blood pressure, which is unusual in infants and may indicate kidney or cardiac problems.
Coding Tips
- •Document the blood pressure readings and any associated conditions such as renal artery stenosis or coarctation of the aorta
- •Ensure measurements are taken with appropriate neonatal-sized cuffs for accuracy
Code Hierarchy
└P29Cardiovascular disorders originating in the perinatal period└P29.2Neonatal hypertension
└P29.2Neonatal hypertension