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2025 ICD-10-CM code P81.0

Environmental hyperthermia of a newborn.

Codes from this chapter (P00-P96) are for use on newborn records only; never on maternal records.The code should reflect the specific cause of the temperature disturbance.

Medical necessity is established by the presence of elevated body temperature due to environmental factors.Documentation should support the diagnosis, demonstrating the need for medical intervention and monitoring to prevent potential complications.

The clinical responsibility involves assessing the newborn's temperature, identifying the underlying cause (environmental hyperthermia), implementing cooling measures if necessary, and monitoring for any complications.

IMPORTANT:P81.8 (Other specified disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn) and P81.9 (Disturbance of temperature regulation of newborn, unspecified) may be applicable depending on the specific circumstances and clinical findings.It is crucial to accurately document the specific cause of the temperature dysregulation.

In simple words: This code means the baby has a high temperature because of being too hot in their surroundings. This is different from a fever caused by illness.

Environmental hyperthermia of a newborn refers to elevated body temperature in a newborn caused by external environmental factors such as excessive heat exposure.This condition is distinct from fever caused by infection.

Example 1: A newborn is admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) with a high temperature after prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. The baby is exhibiting signs of dehydration and hyperthermia., A newborn, placed in an incubator with a malfunctioning temperature control system, develops a high temperature. The baby shows signs of overheating and requires immediate intervention., A newborn in a crowded nursery with inadequate ventilation experiences environmental hyperthermia due to ambient heat.The baby is lethargic and has flushed skin.

Thorough documentation should include the newborn's temperature readings, the duration and nature of the environmental exposure, any interventions implemented (e.g., cooling measures), the baby's response to treatment, and any associated symptoms or complications.

** Environmental hyperthermia is a serious condition requiring prompt attention.Early detection and intervention are crucial to prevent potential complications.

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