Question 1

Is P05 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, P05 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code P05 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code P05 represents Disorders of newborn related to slow fetal growth and fetal malnutrition. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code P05?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for P05 is section:P05-P08 (Disorders of newborn related to length of gestation and fetal growth (P05-P08)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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