P78.1

Billable

Other neonatal peritonitis

P78.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other neonatal peritonitis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
P00-P96
Parent
P78
Edition
FY2026

P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Your peritoneum is the tissue that lines your abdominal wall and covers most of the organs in your abdomen. A liquid, peritoneal fluid, lubricates the surface of this tissue. Disorders of the peritoneum are not common. They include: Peritonitis - an inflammation of the peritoneum Cancer Complications from peritoneal dialysis Your doctor may use imaging tests or lab tests to analyze the peritoneal fluid to diagnose…

Read more about Peritoneal Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Neonatal peritonitis NOS

Conditions mapped to this code

MedlinePlus · NIH

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P78.1?
P78.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other neonatal peritonitis". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
Is P78.1 a billable code?
Yes — P78.1 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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