What is the correct evaluation and management code for a normal newborn infant who was born at 1 am and then discharged by 6 pm that same day?

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99463 is the correct code for a normal newborn infant who is admitted and discharged on the same date.
Code 99460 is incorrect because this code is for the initial care of a newborn in the hospital or birthing center. Code 99461 is incorrect because this code is for the initial assessment not within the hospital or birthing center. Code 99462 is incorrect because this code is for subsequent hospital care of the normal newborn infant.

What Is the Correct Evaluation and Management Code for a Normal