ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 804.54
Diagnosis Code: 804.54 (Raw: 80454)
Description: Open fractures involving skull or face with other bones, without mention of intracranial injury, with prolonged [more than 24 hours] loss of consciousness and return to pre-existing conscious level
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 804.54 is designated for Open fractures involving skull or face with other bones, without mention of intracranial injury, with prolonged [more than 24 hours] loss of consciousness and return to pre-existing conscious level. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.
