P78.3

Billable

Noninfective neonatal diarrhea

P78.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for Noninfective neonatal diarrhea. 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

What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is loose, watery stools (bowel movements). You have diarrhea if you have loose stools three or more times in one day. Acute diarrhea is diarrhea that lasts a short time. It is a common problem. It usually lasts about one or two days, but it may last longer. Then it goes away on its own. Diarrhea lasting more than a few days may be a sign of a more serious problem. Chronic diarrhea --…

Read more about Diarrhea at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Neonatal diarrhea NOS

Conditions mapped to this code

MedlinePlus · NIH

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P78.3?
P78.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Noninfective neonatal diarrhea". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
Is P78.3 a billable code?
Yes — P78.3 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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