ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 378.53
Diagnosis Code: 378.53 (Raw: 37853)
Description: Fourth or trochlear nerve palsy
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 378.53 is designated for Fourth or trochlear nerve palsy. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.