Oth pulmonary hemorrhages origin in the perinatal period

This code signifies bleeding into the lungs of a newborn that is not specifically identified as massive, due to aspiration, or from other specified causes. It encompasses various forms of non-specific pulmonary hemorrhage occurring shortly before, during, or after birth. The bleeding can range in severity and may present with respiratory distress.

Use this code when documentation indicates a newborn experienced pulmonary hemorrhage of an unspecified or "other" type within the perinatal period. This applies when the specific cause or type of pulmonary hemorrhage (e.g., massive, due to aspiration) is not documented, or when the hemorrhage is clearly described as something other than those specified by more precise codes. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing respiratory symptoms and diagnostic findings consistent with pulmonary bleeding in a neonate.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states the hemorrhage occurred during the perinatal period.
• Differentiate from more specific pulmonary hemorrhage codes (P26.0-P26.9) if the type is clearly identified.
• Do not use if the hemorrhage is due to an underlying systemic coagulation disorder, which would be coded separately.