ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 848.9
Diagnosis Code: 848.9 (Raw: 8489)
Description: Unspecified site of sprain and strain
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 848.9 is designated for Unspecified site of sprain and strain. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical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.
