Iatrogenic neonatal hypoglycemia

This code signifies a low blood glucose level in a newborn that is directly caused by medical intervention or treatment. This includes hypoglycemia resulting from medications administered to the mother or neonate, or from medical procedures. It differentiates from other forms of neonatal hypoglycemia by its iatrogenic origin.

Use this code when documentation clearly links the neonatal hypoglycemia to a specific medical intervention, such as maternal diabetes treatment impacting the neonate, or medications given to the infant. Supporting documentation should specify the iatrogenic cause and the resulting hypoglycemic state.

• Distinguish from other forms of neonatal hypoglycemia (e.g., P70.0, P70.1, P70.2) which are not iatrogenic.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states the iatrogenic cause; "hypoglycemia due to maternal insulin" is a good example.
• Sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis if the primary reason for admission or encounter is related to the underlying condition requiring the iatrogenic intervention.