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2025 ICD-10-CM code P90

Convulsions of newborn

This code is to be used only on the newborn's medical record and never on the mother's record. It is for conditions originating in the fetal or perinatal period, even if morbidity occurs later.

Medical necessity for this code is established by the presence of convulsions in the newborn period. The diagnosis should be supported by clinical findings and appropriate diagnostic testing.

The healthcare provider is responsible for diagnosing and managing the newborn's convulsions. Treatment may include medication and addressing the underlying cause of the seizures.

In simple words: This code describes seizures or convulsions that occur in a newborn baby.

Convulsions of newborn. Excludes1: benign myoclonic epilepsy in infancy (G40.3-) benign neonatal convulsions (familial) (G40.3-)

Example 1: A newborn baby experiences repeated jerking movements of their arms and legs shortly after birth. After further testing, the healthcare professional diagnoses the newborn with convulsions., A full-term newborn has difficulty breathing and exhibits seizure-like activity.The attending physician uses P90 to code the newborn's condition., A baby born prematurely begins having seizures in the neonatal intensive care unit.The diagnosis is coded as P90.

Documentation should include details about the seizures, such as their duration, frequency, and any associated symptoms. Diagnostic tests performed should also be documented, and treatment plans should be outlined.

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