P78.8 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- P78.81 Congenital cirrhosis (of liver)
- P78.82 Peptic ulcer of newborn
- P78.83 Newborn esophageal reflux
- P78.84 Gestational alloimmune liver disease
- P78.89 Other specified perinatal digestive system disorders
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to P78.8 ICD10 Code:
- P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
- P76-P78 Digestive system disorders of newborn
- P78 Other perinatal digestive system disorders
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
P78.8 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about P78.8 ICD 10 code
When you eat, your body breaks food down to a form it can use to build and nourish cells and provide energy. This process is called digestion.
Your digestive system is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube. It runs from your mouth to your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Your liver, gallbladder and pancreas are also involved. They produce juices to help digestion.
There are many types of digestive disorders. The symptoms vary widely depending on the problem. In general, you should see your doctor if you have:
- Blood in your stool
- Changes in bowel habits
- Severe abdominal pain
- Unintentional weight loss
- Heartburn not relieved by antacids
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
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