Refer to the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines I.C.10.b.2 which states: Respiratory failure may be listed as a ________ diagnosis if it occurs after admission, or if it is present on admission, but does not meet the definition of principal diagnosis.

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According to ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines I.C.10.b.2, respiratory failure may be listed as a secondary diagnosis if it occurs after admission or if it is present on admission but does not meet the definition of principal diagnosis.