Intestinal obstruction of newborn, unspecified

This code signifies a blockage in the intestinal tract of a newborn infant where the specific cause or location of the obstruction is not documented. It indicates a general diagnosis of neonatal bowel obstruction without further detail.

Use this code when the medical record clearly states "intestinal obstruction of newborn" but lacks information regarding the etiology (e.g., meconium ileus, atresia, volvulus) or the specific segment of the intestine involved. This code is appropriate when a more specific diagnosis cannot be determined from the available documentation.

• Always seek clarification from the provider for a more specific diagnosis if possible.
• Avoid using this code if a more definitive diagnosis, such as meconium ileus (P76.0) or congenital intestinal atresia (Q41.-, Q42.-), is documented.
• This code is a "catch-all" for unspecified neonatal intestinal obstructions and should be used only when no other specific code applies.