Birth injury to other cranial nerves

This code signifies damage to any cranial nerve(s), excluding the facial nerve, trochlear nerve, abducens nerve, and oculomotor nerve, that occurred during the birth process. This injury can manifest as various neurological deficits depending on the specific nerve(s) affected, such as difficulty swallowing, vocal cord paralysis, or sensory loss.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a cranial nerve injury, other than those specified by P11.0-P11.3, directly attributable to birth trauma. Look for physician notes detailing neurological examination findings consistent with cranial neuropathy and a clear link to the delivery event.

• Ensure the documentation specifies which cranial nerve(s) are affected to rule out more specific codes (P11.0-P11.3).
• This code is for the injury itself; any resulting functional impairment or sequelae may require additional codes.
• Always sequence this code as a primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.