2025 ICD-10-CM code P26
Pulmonary hemorrhage originating in the perinatal period.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of pulmonary hemorrhage in a newborn, requiring medical intervention and management.
Diagnosis and management of pulmonary hemorrhage in newborns.
- 16 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
- P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal periodP20-P29 Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period
In simple words: Bleeding from the lungs in newborns.
Pulmonary hemorrhage originating in the perinatal period (before birth through the first 28 days after birth).
Example 1: A newborn infant presents with respiratory distress and blood-tinged secretions shortly after birth, diagnosed with pulmonary hemorrhage., A premature infant develops signs of pulmonary hemorrhage during the first week of life, requiring respiratory support., A term newborn experiences a traumatic delivery resulting in pulmonary hemorrhage.
Evidence of bleeding from the lungs in the perinatal period, such as respiratory distress, blood-tinged secretions, and imaging findings.The documentation should also include the cause or any associated conditions.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Neonatology, Pediatrics
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Birthing Center