Congenital pneumonia due to Pseudomonas

This code signifies pneumonia present at birth or acquired shortly thereafter, specifically caused by a Pseudomonas bacterial infection. It indicates a severe respiratory infection in a neonate, often associated with aspiration of infected amniotic fluid or maternal genital tract colonization.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a neonate diagnosed with pneumonia and laboratory cultures or clinical evidence specifically identifies Pseudomonas as the causative agent. This typically occurs in cases of early-onset neonatal sepsis or respiratory distress syndrome where a bacterial etiology is confirmed.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "congenital" or "neonatal" onset and the Pseudomonas etiology.
• Do not use for pneumonia acquired post-natally beyond the immediate neonatal period.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter.