2021 ICD-10-CM Code P74.31
Hyperkalemia of newborn
Valid for Submission
P74.31 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of hyperkalemia of newborn. The code P74.31 is valid during the fiscal year 2021 from October 01, 2020 through September 30, 2021 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions.
The ICD-10-CM code P74.31 might also be used to specify conditions or terms like transitory neonatal electrolyte disturbance or transitory neonatal hyperkalemia.
Code Classification
Index to Diseases and Injuries
The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10 code(s). The following references for the code P74.31 are found in the index:
- - Disturbance (s) - See Also: Disease;
- - electrolyte - See Also: Imbalance, electrolyte;
- - newborn, transitory - P74.49
- - potassium balance
- - hyperkalemia - P74.31
- - potassium balance
- - newborn, transitory - P74.49
- - potassium balance, newborn
- - hyperkalemia - P74.31
- - electrolyte - See Also: Imbalance, electrolyte;
- - Imbalance - R26.89
- - electrolyte - E87.8
- - neonatal, transitory NEC - P74.49
- - potassium
- - hyperkalemia - P74.31
- - potassium
- - neonatal, transitory NEC - P74.49
- - electrolyte - E87.8
Approximate Synonyms
The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:
- Transitory neonatal electrolyte disturbance
- Transitory neonatal hyperkalemia
Replacement Code
P7431 replaces the following previously assigned ICD-10 code(s):
- P74.3 - Disturbances of potassium balance of newborn
Information for Patients
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Electrolytes are minerals in your body that have an electric charge. They are in your blood, urine, tissues, and other body fluids. Electrolytes are important because they help
- Balance the amount of water in your body
- Balance your body's acid/base (pH) level
- Move nutrients into your cells
- Move wastes out of your cells
- Make sure that your nerves, muscles, the heart, and the brain work the way they should
Sodium, calcium, potassium, chlorine, phosphate, and magnesium are all electrolytes. You get them from the foods you eat and the fluids you drink.
The levels of electrolytes in your body can become too low or too high. This can happen when the amount of water in your body changes. The amount of water that you take in should equal the amount you lose. If something upsets this balance, you may have too little water (dehydration) or too much water (overhydration). Some medicines, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, and liver or kidney problems can all upset your water balance.
Treatment helps you to manage the imbalance. It also involves identifying and treating what caused the imbalance.
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Potassium
Potassium is a mineral that your body needs to work properly. It is a type of electrolyte. It helps your nerves to function and muscles to contract. It helps your heartbeat stay regular. It also helps move nutrients into cells and waste products out of cells. A diet rich in potassium helps to offset some of sodium's harmful effects on blood pressure.
Many people get all the potassium they need from what they eat and drink. Sources of potassium in the diet include
- Leafy greens, such as spinach and collards
- Fruit from vines, such as grapes and blackberries
- Root vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes
- Citrus fruits, such as oranges and grapefruit
Your kidneys help to keep the right amount of potassium in your body. If you have chronic kidney disease, your kidneys may not remove extra potassium from the blood. Some medicines also can raise your potassium level. You may need a special diet to lower the amount of potassium that you eat.
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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.
Learning information about your baby's condition can help ease your worry. Do not be afraid to ask questions about your baby's care. By working together with your health care provider, you make sure that your baby gets the best care possible.
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Code History
- FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
- FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
- FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019