P24.20 – Neonatal aspiration of blood without respiratory symptoms

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code P24.20
Code
P24.20 (claims format: P2420)
Description
Neonatal aspiration of blood without respiratory symptoms
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
16. Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
Block
P19-P29 Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period
Parent codes
P24 › P24.2

Notes for P24.20

Applicable to:
  • Neonatal aspiration of blood NOS

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

P24 – Neonatal aspiration

Includes:
  • aspiration in utero and during delivery

Index terms for P24.20

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in P24.2

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P24.20?

P24.20 is the ICD-10-CM code for neonatal aspiration of blood without respiratory symptoms, in the block P19-P29 (Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period).

Is P24.20 a billable code?

Yes. P24.20 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does P24.20 belong to?

It belongs to category P24 – Neonatal aspiration.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.