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P39.8

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Other specified infections specific to the perinatal period

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

What This Code Means

A newborn infection from the perinatal period that is documented but does not fit into the other specified infection categories for newborns.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only after confirming the infection does not meet criteria for P39.0 through P39.4
  • •Document the specific type and site of infection to support medical necessity and guide treatment

Code Hierarchy

└P39Other infections specific to the perinatal period└P39.8Other specified infections specific to the perinatal period
└P39.8Other specified infections specific to the perinatal period

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