Is ICD-10-CM code P94 billable?

No, P94 (Disorders of muscle tone of newborn) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM code. It must be coded to a more specific subcategory before it can be used for reimbursement.

What chapter does ICD-10-CM code P94 belong to?

P94 belongs to Chapter 16 of the ICD-10-CM tabular list: P00–P96 (Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period).

P94Not billable, use a more specific code below

Disorders of muscle tone of newborn

In Other disorders originating in the perinatal period (P90-P96), chapter 16: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period

5 billable codes under P94: 1 is a CC; none map to an HCC.A CC or MCC (major CC) is a secondary diagnosis that raises the MS-DRG payment.

Official coding guidelines

From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.

Coding of conditions that originate from before birth through the 28th day after birth, including newborn record rules, prematurity, low birth weight, sepsis, and stillbirth.

General Perinatal Rules (page 71)
Observation and Evaluation of Newborns for Suspected Conditions not Found (page 73)
Coding Additional Perinatal Diagnoses (page 73)
Prematurity and Fetal Growth Retardation (page 73)
Low birth weight and immaturity status (page 74)
Bacterial Sepsis of Newborn (page 74)
Stillbirth (page 74)
COVID-19 Infection in Newborn (page 74)

Read Section I.C.16 (page 71)

All codes under P94

P94 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.

P94 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under P94 group to MS-DRG 794, 791, or 793 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

DRG 794 Neonate with Other Significant Problems (4 of 5 codes)
DRG 791 Prematurity with Major Problems (1 of 5 codes)
DRG 793 Full Term Neonate with Major Problems (1 of 5 codes)

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Muscle Disorders

Your muscles help you move and help your body work. Different types of muscles have different jobs. There are many problems that can affect muscles. Muscle disorders can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis.

Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems

It can be scary when your baby is sick, especially when it is not an everyday problem like a cold or a fever. You may not know whether the problem is serious or how to treat it. If you have concerns about your baby's health, call your health care provider right away.

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.