ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 823.00
Diagnosis Code: 823.00 (Raw: 82300)
Description: Closed fracture of upper end of tibia alone
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 823.00 is designated for Closed fracture of upper end of tibia alone. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.
