P70.9
BillableTransitory disorder of carbohydrate metabolism of newborn, unspecified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A temporary sugar metabolism problem in newborns where the specific type has not been identified or documented.
Coding Tips
- •Avoid this unspecified code when clinical documentation supports a more specific P70 diagnosis
- •Query the provider for additional details about the carbohydrate metabolism disorder
Code Hierarchy
└P70Transitory disorders of carbohydrate metabolism specific to newborn└P70.9Transitory disorder of carbohydrate metabolism of newborn, unspecified
└P70.9Transitory disorder of carbohydrate metabolism of newborn, unspecified