2025 ICD-10-CM code P70
Transitory disorders of carbohydrate metabolism specific to newborn.
Medical necessity for P70 codes is established by the presence of signs, symptoms, or laboratory findings indicating a transitory disorder of carbohydrate metabolism in a newborn.This is often linked to maternal factors or the physiological adaptation of the newborn.
The responsibility for diagnosing and managing P70 codes falls on neonatologists, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals involved in newborn care.They must carefully monitor the infant's blood sugar levels, assess for symptoms related to carbohydrate metabolism disorders, and provide appropriate interventions such as glucose monitoring and administration.
- 16 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- P70-P74 Transitory endocrine and metabolic disorders specific to newborn
In simple words: This code refers to temporary problems with how a newborn's body processes sugars. These problems occur as the baby adjusts to life outside the mother's womb.
This code encompasses a range of temporary carbohydrate metabolism issues that are specific to newborns. These disorders arise from the infant's physiological adaptation to life outside the womb, often influenced by maternal factors or the transition to independent metabolic processes.
Example 1: A newborn infant of a mother with gestational diabetes presents with low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) shortly after birth., A newborn infant born to a non-diabetic mother experiences transient hypoglycemia due to immature liver function., A newborn infant displays symptoms of jitteriness, irritability, and poor feeding, and is found to have low blood sugar, which resolves with glucose administration.
Documentation should include details of maternal medical history (especially regarding diabetes), the infant's blood glucose levels, symptoms observed, and any treatment provided (e.g. glucose administration).Complete newborn examination findings and any associated conditions should also be documented.
** Conditions within the P70 category are typically transient and resolve as the newborn adapts.However, they require careful monitoring and management to prevent potential complications. iFrameAI, with its advanced AI capabilities, offers comprehensive support for accurately applying medical codes, interpreting their nuances, and ensuring optimal billing practices.
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