P96.3

Billable

Wide cranial sutures of newborn

P96.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for Wide cranial sutures of newborn. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
P00-P96
Parent
P96
Edition
FY2026

P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

It is hard when your baby is sick. Common health problems in babies include colds, coughs, fevers, and vomiting. Babies also commonly have skin problems, like diaper rash or cradle cap . Many of these problems are not serious. It is important to know how to help your sick baby, and to know the warning signs for more serious problems. Trust your intuition - if you are worried about your baby, call your health care…

Read more about Common Infant and Newborn Problems at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Neonatal craniotabes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P96.3?
P96.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Wide cranial sutures of newborn". It falls under P00-P96 Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
Is P96.3 a billable code?
Yes — P96.3 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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