ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Caput succedaneum: P12.81
The ICD-10-CM index points "Caput succedaneum" to P12.81, Caput succedaneum. P12.81 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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More specific codes in P12
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- P12Birth injury to scalpHeader
- P12.0Cephalhematoma due to birth injuryBillable
- P12.1Chignon (from vacuum extraction) due to birth injuryBillable
- P12.2Epicranial subaponeurotic hemorrhage due to birth injuryBillable
- P12.3Bruising of scalp due to birth injuryBillable
- P12.4Injury of scalp of newborn due to monitoring equipmentBillable
- P12.8Other birth injuries to scalpHeader
- P12.81Caput succedaneumBillable
- P12.89Other birth injuries to scalpBillable
- P12.9Birth injury to scalp, unspecifiedBillable
Related pages
- P12.81 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category P12Every code under it
- Chapter 16Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Caput succedaneum?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Caput succedaneum" to P12.81, Caput succedaneum. P12.81 is a billable code.
Is P12.81 billable?
Yes. P12.81 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What chapter is P12.81 in?
Chapter 16. Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.