Reactions and intoxications due to drugs administered to newborn (P93) ICD-10-CM
The P93 code range covers reactions and intoxications due to drugs administered to newborn with 3 ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes. 2 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.
- reactions and intoxications due to drugs administered to fetus affecting newborn
Type 1 Excludes
A type 1 excludes note is a pure excludes note. It means "NOT CODED HERE!" An Excludes1 note indicates that the code excluded should never be used at the same time as the code above the Excludes1 note. An Excludes1 is used when two conditions cannot occur together, such as a congenital form versus an acquired form of the same condition.
- jaundice due to drugs or toxins transmitted from mother or given to newborn P58.4
- reactions and intoxications from maternal opiates, tranquilizers and other medication P04.0 P04.1 P04.4
- withdrawal symptoms from maternal use of drugs of addiction P96.1
- withdrawal symptoms from therapeutic use of drugs in newborn P96.2
Codes in the P93 Range 3 codes · 2 billable
About the P93 Code Range
The ICD-10 code P93 covers reactions and intoxications caused by drugs given to newborns. This section specifically includes conditions like Grey baby syndrome (P93.0) and other drug-related reactions unique to newborns.
These codes are used to identify harmful effects or poisoning from medications administered in the perinatal period. For example, P93.0 represents Grey baby syndrome, also known by terms such as newborn drug reaction or gray syndrome from chloramphenicol administration. This helps coders accurately capture cases where a newborn experiences toxic effects from specific drugs. Meanwhile, P93.8 is applied for various other drug-related adverse reactions or intoxications in newborns, encompassing a broader range of drug-induced conditions. Using these codes properly ensures clear documentation of newborn drug intoxications and reactions, assisting healthcare providers in treatment decisions and health records management.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the P93 range?
Of the 3 codes in this range, 2 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 P93 range classify?
The range classifies reactions and intoxications due to drugs administered to newborn. 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.
