P28.40 – Unspecified apnea of newborn

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code P28.40
Code
P28.40 (claims format: P2840)
Description
Unspecified apnea of newborn
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
P28 › P28.4

Notes for P28.40

Applicable to:
  • Apnea of newborn, NOS
  • Transient oxygen desaturation spells of newborn

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

P28 – Other respiratory conditions originating in the perinatal period

Code also:
  • , if applicable, congenital malformations of the respiratory system (Q30-Q34)

P28.4 – Other apnea of newborn

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • primary sleep apnea of newborn (P28.3-)

Index terms for P28.40

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

Related codes in P28.4

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P28.40?

P28.40 is the ICD-10-CM code for unspecified apnea of newborn, in the block P19-P29 (Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period).

Is P28.40 a billable code?

Yes. P28.40 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does P28.40 belong to?

It belongs to category P28 – Other respiratory conditions originating in the perinatal period.

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.