P36.3
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Sepsis of newborn due to other and unspecified staphylococci
Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • code(s), if applicable, to identify severe sepsis (R65.2-) and associated acute organ dysfunction(s)
Child Codes (2)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code P36.3 represents sepsis of newborn due to other and unspecified staphylococci. This code falls under the Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. There are 2 more specific child codes under P36.3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code P36.3?
ICD-10-CM code P36.3 is "Sepsis of newborn due to other and unspecified staphylococci". It belongs to the category: Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96).
Is P36.3 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, P36.3 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
Related Codes in P36
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)