ICD-10-CM P38: Omphalitis of newborn

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.