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P57

Non-billable

Kernicterus

P57 is the ICD-10-CM code for Kernicterus. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as P57.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
P00-P96
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

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

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P57?
P57 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Kernicterus". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
Is P57 a billable code?
No — P57 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as P57.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of P57?
P57 has 3 more specific child codes, including P57.0, P57.8, P57.9.

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

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