P19 ICD-10-CM Code: Metabolic acidemia in newborn
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
P19Metabolic acidemia in newborn
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where P19 sits
- 1
Chapter 16
Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- 2
Section
Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period (P19-P29)
- 3
Category P19
Metabolic acidemia in newborn
- 4
Code P19
Metabolic acidemia in newborn
More specific choices
Codes under P19
P19 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for P19.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for P19.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for P19.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for P19.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for P19.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code P19 mean?
P19 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Metabolic acidemia in newborn.”
Is P19 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. P19 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is P19 located in ICD-10-CM?
P19 is listed in Chapter 16, Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96), within Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period (P19-P29) (P19–P29), under category P19, Metabolic acidemia in newborn.
What coding notes are listed for P19?
No inclusion terms are listed for P19 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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