P23.6

Billable

Congenital pneumonia due to other bacterial agents

P23.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for Congenital pneumonia due to other bacterial agents. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
P00-P96
Parent
P23
Edition
FY2026

P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What are bacteria? Bacteria are tiny organisms (living things) that have only one cell. Under a microscope, they look like balls, rods, or spirals. They can be found almost everywhere on Earth. There are lots of bacteria in and on your body. In fact, your body has about 10 times more bacteria cells than human cells. There are many different types of bacteria. Most types don't make you sick. Some types are helpful.…

Read more about Bacterial Infections at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • Congenital pneumonia due to Hemophilus influenzae
  • Congenital pneumonia due to Klebsiella pneumoniae
  • Congenital pneumonia due to Mycoplasma
  • Congenital pneumonia due to Streptococcus, except group B

Use additional code

  • code (B95-B96) to identify organism

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P23.6?
P23.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Congenital pneumonia due to other bacterial agents". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
Is P23.6 a billable code?
Yes — P23.6 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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