P74.42
Non-billableDisturbances of chlorine balance of newborn
P74.42 is the ICD-10-CM code for Disturbances of chlorine balance of newborn. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as P74.421 for billing.
P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that have an electric charge when they are dissolved in water or body fluids, including blood. The electric charge can be positive or negative. You have electrolytes in your blood, urine (pee), tissues, and other body fluids. Electrolytes are important because they help: Balance the amount of water in your body Balance your body's acid/base (pH) level Move nutrients…
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