Newborn affected by periodontal disease in mother

This code indicates a newborn whose health is influenced by the mother's periodontal disease during pregnancy. It signifies a potential adverse effect on the neonate due to the maternal oral health condition, which can include complications such as preterm birth or low birth weight.

Use this code when a newborn is diagnosed with a condition or is being monitored due to the mother having periodontal disease during the pregnancy. Documentation should clearly link the maternal periodontal disease to the newborn's status, even if the newborn is asymptomatic but at risk.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the primary diagnosis for the newborn's specific condition or reason for care.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states the mother's periodontal disease as a factor affecting the newborn.
• Do not use this code if the mother's periodontal disease did not affect the newborn.