ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code E948.5
Diagnosis Code: E948.5 (Raw: E9485)
Description: Diphtheria vaccine causing adverse effects in therapeutic use
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 E948.5 is designated for Diphtheria vaccine causing adverse effects in therapeutic use. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.