P57: Kernicterus
Codes under P57 (Kernicterus). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| P57.0 | Kernicterus due to isoimmunization | ✓ |
| P57.0 | Kernicterus due to isoimmunization | ✓ |
| P57.8 | Other specified kernicterus | ✓ |
| P57.8 | Other specified kernicterus | ✓ |
| P57.9 | Kernicterus, unspecified | ✓ |
| P57.9 | Kernicterus, unspecified | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code P57?
P57 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Kernicterus. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is P57 a billable code?
No — P57 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 P57.0 — Kernicterus due to isoimmunization). 6 of the 6 codes under P57 are billable.
What codes fall under P57?
P57 includes P57.0, P57.0, P57.8, P57.8, P57.9, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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