(819.1)

Multiple open fractures involving both upper limbs, and upper limb with rib(s) and sternum (819.1)

ICD-9 code 819.1 for Multiple open fractures involving both upper limbs, and upper limb with rib(s) and sternum is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -FRACTURE OF UPPER LIMB (810-819).

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