Mechanical complication of respirator [ventilator] (V46.14)

ICD-9 code V46.14 for Mechanical complication of respirator [ventilator] is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -PERSONS WITH A CONDITION INFLUENCING THEIR HEALTH STATUS (V40-V49).

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