ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for P96.83
Meconium staining
Coding Notes & Guidelines for P96.83
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- meconium aspiration (P24.00, P24.01)
- meconium passage during delivery (P03.82)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code P96.83 (Meconium staining)
ICD-10-CM code P96.83 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 P96.83 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about P96.83 - Meconium staining. 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 Meconium staining.