Is P77.3 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes. P77.3 (Stage 3 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn) is billable and can be used for insurance claims. Always verify payer-specific requirements.

P77.3 ✓ Billable

Stage 3 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn

Q: What is ICD-10 code P77.3?

ICD-10-CM code P77.3 stands for "Stage 3 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn". It is a billable code in the Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period chapter, effective FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026).

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period

Code

P77.3

System

ICD-10-CM

Billable

Yes — valid for submission

Effective

FY2026

Chapter

Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period

Source

CMS / CDC NCHS

⚠ Verify before billing. Confirm against the current CMS/NCHS ICD-10-CM files and your payer's rules before claims submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code P77.3?

ICD-10-CM code P77.3 represents Stage 3 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.

Is P77.3 billable?

Yes. P77.3 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.

What chapter is P77.3 in?

P77.3 belongs to the Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period chapter (P00–P96) of ICD-10-CM.

Related codes in the P77 category

P77 Necrotizing enterocolitis of newborn Non-billable P77.1 Stage 1 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn Billable P77.2 Stage 2 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn Billable P77.9 Necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn, unspecified Billable

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