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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for meconium

Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Meconium”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding meconium

The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for meconium; the code depends on the details below.

More specific meconium codes (official index)

  • ileus, newborn P76.0 — Meconium plug syndrome
  • in cystic fibrosis E84.11 — Meconium ileus in cystic fibrosis
  • meaning meconium plug (without cystic fibrosis) P76.0 — Meconium plug syndrome
  • obstruction, newborn P76.0 — Meconium plug syndrome
  • due to fecaliths P76.0 — Meconium plug syndrome
  • in mucoviscidosis E84.11 — Meconium ileus in cystic fibrosis
  • peritonitis P78.0 — Perinatal intestinal perforation
  • plug syndrome (newborn) NEC P76.0 — Meconium plug syndrome

Common questions about meconium ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for peritonitis meconium?

P78.0 — Perinatal intestinal perforation.

What is the ICD-10 code for plug syndrome nec meconium?

P76.0 — Meconium plug syndrome.