P80.9
BillableHypothermia of newborn, unspecified
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Abnormally low body temperature in a newborn when the specific type or cause has not been determined.
Coding Tips
- •This is a non-specific code; attempt to determine the underlying cause and use a more specific code if possible
- •Query the provider if additional clinical details are available to support more specific coding
Code Hierarchy
└P80Hypothermia of newborn└P80.9Hypothermia of newborn, unspecified
└P80.9Hypothermia of newborn, unspecified