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P71.9

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Transitory neonatal disorder of calcium and magnesium metabolism, unspecified

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

What This Code Means

A newborn has a temporary disorder of calcium and magnesium metabolism, but the specific type has not been determined or documented.

Coding Tips

  • This is an unspecified code; use only when the specific type of calcium/magnesium disorder cannot be determined
  • Encourage providers to document the specific metabolic abnormality for more precise coding

Code Hierarchy

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