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ICD-10-CM Code for Newborn light for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams P05.08

ICD-10 code P05.08 for Newborn light for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period .

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Newborn light for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams

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Light for Gestational Age vs. Small for Gestational Age
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