P12.81
Caput succedaneum
ICD-10-CM Coding Rules
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P12.81
Clinical Information
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A diffuse swelling of the scalp in a newborn, usually caused by the trauma of the scalp pushing through a narrowed cervix during birth. The swelling may extend across the midline of the scalp and may exhibit discoloration or bruising.
Details
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P12.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM P12.81 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of P12.81 – other international versions of ICD-10 P12.81 may differ.