ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 968.6
Diagnosis Code: 968.6 (Raw: 9686)
Description: Poisoning by peripheral nerve- and plexus-blocking anesthetics
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 968.6 is designated for Poisoning by peripheral nerve- and plexus-blocking anesthetics. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.