Respiratory distress of newborn (P22)
ICD-10 code P22 and its subcodes cover various forms of respiratory distress in newborns, a critical condition affecting breathing soon after birth. These codes specifically identify different causes and types of respiratory difficulties in neonates.
The main code, P22, refers broadly to respiratory distress of newborns. Subcode P22.0 is used for respiratory distress syndrome of the newborn, also known by terms like neonatal respiratory distress or acute respiratory distress with surfactant deficiency. This condition involves difficulty breathing due to immature lungs or surfactant problems. Code P22.1 covers transient tachypnea of the newborn, a temporary rapid, shallow breathing often seen right after birth. Other specific respiratory distress types are coded under P22.8, while P22.9 applies when the respiratory distress in the newborn is unspecified. Including these codes helps healthcare providers accurately document and manage neonatal breathing conditions, ensuring better clinical decisions and follow-up care. This summary clarifies the use of the ICD-10 code for respiratory distress of newborn and its common medical synonyms, ensuring precise coding and communication.
Clinical Terms
The following clinical terms provide additional context, helping users better understand the clinical background and common associations for each diagnosis listed in this section. Including related terms alongside ICD-10-CM codes supports coders, billers, and healthcare professionals in improving accuracy, enhancing documentation, and facilitating research or patient education.
Circadian Rhythm
The regular recurrence, in cycles of about 24 hours, of biological processes or activities, such as sensitivity to drugs or environmental and physiological stimuli.
Respiratory Rate
The number of times an organism breathes with the lungs (RESPIRATION) per unit time, usually per minute.
Sleep Wake Disorders
Abnormal sleep-wake schedule or pattern associated with the CIRCADIAN RHYTHM which affect the length, timing, and/or rigidity of the sleep-wake cycle relative to the day-night cycle.
Tachypnea
Increased RESPIRATORY RATE.
