ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code E998.9
Diagnosis Code: E998.9 (Raw: E9989)
Description: Injury due to unspecified war operations but occurring after cessation of hostilities
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 E998.9 is designated for Injury due to unspecified war operations but occurring after cessation of hostilities. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.
