2025 ICD-10-CM code P70.8
Other transitory disorders of carbohydrate metabolism in newborns.
The medical necessity for this code is established by the presence of documented signs, symptoms, or laboratory findings indicative of a transitory disorder of carbohydrate metabolism in the newborn.The documentation should clearly demonstrate the impact of the condition on the newborn's health and the need for medical intervention or monitoring.
The diagnosis and management of this condition are typically overseen by neonatologists or pediatricians specializing in newborn care.
- 16 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)Transitory endocrine and metabolic disorders specific to newborn (P70-P74)
In simple words: This code indicates a temporary problem with how a newborn's body processes sugars for energy shortly before, during, or after birth.
This code describes a temporary disruption in the newborn's carbohydrate (sugar) metabolism that occurs during the perinatal period (from before birth through the first 28 days after birth).Carbohydrate metabolism is the process by which the body uses sugars for energy.
Example 1: A newborn infant exhibits transient neonatal hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) in the first few days after birth, which resolves without intervention., A newborn born to a diabetic mother experiences temporary hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) shortly after birth., A premature infant has difficulty regulating blood sugar levels during the first weeks of life, requiring temporary glucose monitoring and support.
Documentation should include details of the abnormal carbohydrate metabolism findings (e.g., blood glucose levels, insulin levels, symptoms), the timing of onset and resolution of the disorder, and any treatment provided.
- Specialties:Neonatology, Pediatrics
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Birthing Center