Newborn affected by Cesarean delivery

This code identifies a newborn whose health status is influenced by the mode of delivery being a Cesarean section. It is used to indicate that the infant's condition, such as transient tachypnea of the newborn or respiratory distress, is attributed to the C-section rather than other perinatal factors.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly links a newborn's condition or observation to the Cesarean delivery. This is often used in conjunction with codes for conditions like transient tachypnea of the newborn (P22.1) or other respiratory issues, where the C-section is considered an influencing factor. Documentation should clearly state the C-section as the mode of delivery and its impact on the neonate.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the primary code for the specific condition affected by the Cesarean delivery.
• Do not use this code if the C-section was performed for maternal reasons and had no documented impact on the newborn's health.
• Distinguish from codes indicating maternal complications of C-section (O80-O82 series), which are for the mother's record.