P91.6
Non-billableHypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]
P91.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as P91.60 for billing.
P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHYour brain is the control center of your body. It controls your thoughts, memory, speech, and movement. It regulates the function of many organs. It's part of your nervous system, which also includes your spinal cord and peripheral nerves. The nervous system sends signals between your brain and the rest of the body. Your nerves take in information from your senses and send it to the brain to be processed. Your brain…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code P91.6?
- P91.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE]". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
- Is P91.6 a billable code?
- No — P91.6 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as P91.60) for billing.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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