ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 770.84
Diagnosis Code: 770.84 (Raw: 77084)
Description: Respiratory failure of newborn
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 770.84 is designated for Respiratory failure of newborn. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.
