ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for P38
Omphalitis of newborn
Coding Notes & Guidelines for P38
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- omphalitis not of newborn (L08.82)
- tetanus omphalitis (A33)
- umbilical hemorrhage of newborn (P51.-)
Inclusion Terms
Omphalitis of newborn NOS
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for P38):
About ICD-10-CM Code P38 (Omphalitis of newborn)
ICD-10-CM code P38 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 P38 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about P38 - Omphalitis of newborn. 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 Omphalitis of newborn.