P22: Respiratory distress of newborn
Codes under P22 (Respiratory distress of newborn). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| P22.0 | Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn | ✓ |
| P22.0 | Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn | ✓ |
| P22.1 | Transient tachypnea of newborn | ✓ |
| P22.1 | Transient tachypnea of newborn | ✓ |
| P22.8 | Other respiratory distress of newborn | ✓ |
| P22.8 | Other respiratory distress of newborn | ✓ |
| P22.9 | Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified | ✓ |
| P22.9 | Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code P22?
P22 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Respiratory distress of newborn. It contains 8 more specific diagnosis codes, 8 of which are billable.
Is P22 a billable code?
No — P22 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example P22.0 — Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn). 8 of the 8 codes under P22 are billable.
What codes fall under P22?
P22 includes P22.0, P22.0, P22.1, P22.1, P22.8, plus 3 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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