P77.9 – Necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn, unspecified
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Digestive system disorders of newborn
ICD-10-CM code
P77.9
- Code
P77.9(claims format:P779)- Description
- Necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn, unspecified
- 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
- P76-P78 Digestive system disorders of newborn
- Parent codes
- P77
Notes for P77.9
Applicable to:
- Necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn, NOS
Index terms for P77.9
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in P77
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code P77.9?
P77.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn, unspecified, in the block P76-P78 (Digestive system disorders of newborn).
Is P77.9 a billable code?
Yes. P77.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does P77.9 belong to?
It belongs to category P77 – Necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn.
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.