2025 ICD-10-CM code P83.8
Other specified conditions of the newborn's skin.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of a clinically significant skin condition specific to the newborn requiring diagnosis and treatment. The condition should be documented as interfering with the infant's health or well-being, justifying the medical intervention and coding.
The clinical responsibility for coding P83.8 falls on the attending neonatologist or pediatrician who diagnoses and manages the newborn's skin condition.Accurate documentation is crucial for proper coding and reimbursement.
- Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- P80-P83 (Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation of newborn)
In simple words: This code describes skin problems specific to newborns that aren't listed individually.It covers uncommon skin conditions that happen only in babies.
This ICD-10-CM code classifies other specified conditions affecting the integument (skin) that are unique to newborns.It includes conditions not specifically listed elsewhere within the P83 code range, such as bronze baby syndrome, neonatal scleroderma, and urticaria neonatorum.This code is exclusively for use in newborn medical records and should not be applied to maternal records.It excludes congenital malformations, infections, and other conditions coded elsewhere in the ICD-10-CM classification.
Example 1: A newborn presents with a generalized dusky discoloration of the skin, consistent with bronze baby syndrome.The physician documents the diagnosis, including the clinical findings and any relevant investigations. P83.8 is assigned., A neonate is admitted with localized skin thickening and tightness, suggestive of neonatal scleroderma.A detailed physical examination, along with supporting imaging studies (if done), are documented in the medical record, allowing for the correct assignment of P83.8., An infant develops widespread hives (urticaria) shortly after birth.The physician documents the urticaria neonatorum along with the treatment provided.P83.8 is assigned after ruling out other conditions.
Thorough documentation is essential.This must include a detailed description of the skin lesion(s), their location, size, distribution, and any associated symptoms.Physician's notes, laboratory results, and imaging reports (if any) are necessary for appropriate coding. The diagnosis should be clearly stated and any differential diagnoses considered and ruled out should be documented.
** Always cross-reference with other relevant codes in chapter P to ensure the most accurate coding.If the condition is related to a systemic disease, ensure that the underlying condition is also coded.This code is primarily used for conditions that are unique to the newborn period and not present congenitally.
- Payment Status: Active
- Specialties:Neonatology, Pediatrics, Dermatology
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Birthing Center