P81 – Other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation of newborn
ICD-10-CM code
P81
- Code
P81(claims format:P81)- Description
- Other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 16. Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- Block
- P80-P83 Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation of newborn
Billable codes under P81
P81 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code P81?
P81 is the ICD-10-CM code for other disturbances of temperature regulation of newborn, in the block P80-P83 (Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation of newborn).
Is P81 a billable code?
No. P81 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
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.