ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 873.65
Diagnosis Code: 873.65 (Raw: 87365)
Description: Open wound of palate, without mention of complication
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 873.65 is designated for Open wound of palate, without mention of complication. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.
