Disorders of newborn related to long gestation and high birth weight (P08) ICD-10-CM
The P08 code range covers disorders of newborn related to long gestation and high birth weight with 6 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 4 of them are billable and valid for claim submission in fiscal year 2026, and the category headers group them but cannot themselves be billed.
Includes
This note appears immediately under a three character code title to further define, or give examples of, the content of the category.
- the listed conditions, without further specification, as causes of morbidity or additional care, in newborn
- When both birth weight and gestational age of the newborn are available, priority of assignment should be given to birth weight
Codes in the P08 Range 6 codes · 4 billable
About the P08 Code Range
ICD-10 code P08 covers disorders of newborns related to unusually long pregnancy durations and high birth weights. These codes are used to identify and classify newborns who are either exceptionally large or born after prolonged gestation.
The ICD-10 code for exceptionally large newborns (P08.0) applies to babies with birth weights equal to or exceeding 4499 grams, also described as "exceptionally large," "high birth weight," or "birth weight abnormality." Meanwhile, P08.1 is for newborns who are "large for gestational age," typically weighing between 4050 and 4499 grams, often noted as "heavy for gestational age" or showing abnormal birth weight centiles. Codes P08.2, P08.21, and P08.22 are used for newborns born after extended pregnancies but who do not have high birth weight, including terms like "post-term newborn" and "postmaturity syndrome." These distinctions help healthcare professionals and coders accurately document conditions in babies experiencing risks related to prolonged gestation or elevated birth weight.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the P08 range?
Of the 6 codes in this range, 4 are billable and valid for claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Category header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the P08 range classify?
The range classifies disorders of newborn related to long gestation and high birth weight. Each code links to its own reference page with billing status, MS-DRG grouping, coding notes, and clinical information.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Tabular List and order file, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
