Introduction

If the ICD-9-CM code in any one of the 16 diagnostic codes was one of 760-779 (see Table 1.0 for ICD-9-CM code descriptions), the record was identified as an infant illness/trauma originating in the perinatal period.

Table 1.0: Infant Illness/Trauma

ICD-9-CM Code	ICD Description
760	Fetus or newborn affected by maternal conditions which may be unrelated to present pregnancy
761	Fetus or newborn affected by maternal complications of pregnancy
762	Fetus or newborn affected by complications of placenta, cord, and membranes
763	Fetus or newborn affected by other complications of labour and delivery
764	Slow fetal growth and fetal malnutrition
765	Disorders relating to short gestation and low birthweight
766	Disorders relating to long gestation and high birthweight
767	Birth trauma
768	Intrauterine hypoxia and birth asphyxia
769	Respiratory distress syndrome
770	Other respiratory conditions of fetus and newborn
771	Infections specific to the perinatal period
772	Fetal and neonatal hemorrhage
773	Hemolytic disease of fetus or newborn, due to isoimmunization
774	Other perinatal jaundice
775	Endocrine and metabolic disturbances specific to the fetus and newborn
776	Hematological disorders of fetus and newborn
777	Perinatal disorders of digestive system
778	Conditions involving the integument and temperature regulation of fetus and newborn
779	Other and ill-defined conditions originating in the perinatal period


Source: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2007