ICD-9 Code 945.23 - Blisters, epidermal loss [second degree] of ankle

ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 945.23

Diagnosis Code: 945.23 (Raw: 94523)

Description: Blisters, epidermal loss [second degree] of ankle

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 945.23 is designated for Blisters, epidermal loss [second degree] of ankle. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.