icd 9 code for fussy baby

by Dr. Desmond Schimmel II 6 min read

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What is the ICD 10 code for fussy baby?

Fussy infant (baby) 2016 2017 2018 2019 Billable/Specific Code Pediatric Dx (0-17 years) R68.12 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is the ICD 10 code for irritable baby?

Diagnosis Index entries containing back-references to R68.12: Fussy baby R68.12 Infant(s) - see also Infancy irritable child R68.12 Irritable, irritability R45.4 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code R45.4

What is the ICD-10-CM version of ICD 10 for children?

This is the American ICD-10-CM version of R68.12 - other international versions of ICD-10 R68.12 may differ. R68.12 is applicable to pediatric patients aged 0 - 17 years inclusive.

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What is the ICD 10 code for fussy child?

R68.12ICD-10 code R68. 12 for Fussy infant (baby) is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified .

What is the age for R68 12?

0 - 17 yearsR68. 12 is applicable to pediatric patients aged 0 - 17 years inclusive.

Why is my baby super fussy?

Other causes of fussiness in babies include diaper rash, thrush, food sensitivities, nipple confusion, low milk supply, etc. Babies normally fuss for many reasons: overtiredness, overstimulation, loneliness, discomfort, etc. Babies are often very fussy when they are going through growth spurts.

Why do toddlers get fussy?

Although less common, your child's fussiness may be an early sign of a more serious problem, such as: Diabetes, asthma, anemia (low blood count), or other health problem. Serious infections, such as an infection in the lungs, kidneys, or around the brain. Head injury that you did not see happen.