P57.8
BillableOther specified kernicterus
P57.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other specified kernicterus. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •Crigler-Najjar syndrome (E80.5)
Medications indicated for this condition
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code P57.8?
- P57.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other specified kernicterus". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
- Is P57.8 a billable code?
- Yes — P57.8 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from P57.8?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): Crigler-Najjar syndrome (E80.5).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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