ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 765.17
Diagnosis Code: 765.17 (Raw: 76517)
Description: Other preterm infants, 1,750-1,999 grams
Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference
CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.
Overview & Historical Usage
ICD-9-CM code 765.17 is designated for Other preterm infants, 1,750-1,999 grams. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.
