ICD-10-CM P24.1: Neonatal aspiration of (clear) amniotic fluid and mucus

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for P24.1

Neonatal aspiration of (clear) amniotic fluid and mucus

Coding Notes & Guidelines for P24.1

Use Additional Code

code to identify any secondary pulmonary hypertension, if applicable (I27.2-)

Inclusion Terms

Neonatal aspiration of liquor (amnii)

Inclusion Terms

Neonatal aspiration of amniotic fluid and mucus NOS

Inclusion Terms
  • Neonatal aspiration of amniotic fluid and mucus with pneumonia
  • Neonatal aspiration of amniotic fluid and mucus with pneumonitis

Parent Code (Less Specific):

P24 - Neonatal aspiration

About ICD-10-CM Code P24.1 (Neonatal aspiration of)

ICD-10-CM code P24.1 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM P24.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about P24.1 - Neonatal aspiration of (clear) amniotic fluid and mucus. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Neonatal aspiration of.