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P59.1

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Inspissated bile syndrome

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

What This Code Means

A condition where thick, sticky bile accumulates in the newborn's bile ducts, causing yellowing of the skin and eyes and potentially blocking bile flow.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a specific biliary obstruction condition distinct from other causes of neonatal jaundice
  • •Document imaging or clinical findings that confirm inspissated bile syndrome

Code Hierarchy

└P59Neonatal jaundice from other and unspecified causes└P59.1Inspissated bile syndrome
└P59.1Inspissated bile syndrome

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