2025 ICD-10-CM code P37.0
Congenital tuberculosis.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of clinical signs and symptoms of tuberculosis in the newborn, confirmed by laboratory testing or imaging studies. If the mother has active tuberculosis, the newborn should be evaluated for congenital tuberculosis.
- 16 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- Other congenital infectious and parasitic diseases (P37)P37.0 Congenital tuberculosisP37.1 Congenital toxoplasmosisP37.2 Neonatal (disseminated) listeriosisP37.3 Congenital falciparum malariaP37.4 Other congenital malariaP37.5 Neonatal candidiasisP37.8 Other specified congenital infectious and parasitic diseasesP37.9 Congenital infectious or parasitic disease, unspecified
In simple words: A newborn baby has tuberculosis present at birth.
Congenital tuberculosis.
Example 1: A baby is born with signs and symptoms of tuberculosis, such as a persistent cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. Tests confirm that the baby has congenital tuberculosis., A newborn baby, whose mother has active tuberculosis, is diagnosed with congenital tuberculosis shortly after birth., A baby is born prematurely and develops respiratory distress. After further investigation and testing, the baby is diagnosed with congenital tuberculosis.
Documentation should include evidence of tuberculosis infection in the newborn, such as positive cultures, imaging studies, and clinical findings. The mother's medical history should also be documented, especially if she has active tuberculosis.
** Congenital tuberculosis is a rare but serious condition. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent complications and ensure the best possible outcome for the newborn.
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