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2B62.1

Malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil

Malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

2B62

Child Codes

2

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Child Codes (2)

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil?

The ICD-11 code for malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil is 2B62.1. The full clinical description is "Malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil".

What does ICD-11 code 2B62.1 mean?

ICD-11 code 2B62.1 represents “Malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil”. It is classified under Chapter 2: Neoplasms.

What chapter is 2B62.1 in?

2B62.1 is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes 2A00-2F9Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 2B62.1?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 2B62.1 in the WHO crosswalk tables. This may mean the concept is classified differently in ICD-10. Use the ICD-11 to ICD-10 converter to search for related codes.

What is the difference between ICD-10 and ICD-11?

ICD-11 is the latest revision of the WHO's International Classification of Diseases, succeeding ICD-10. Key differences include: a fully digital-first design, new chapters for sleep-wake disorders, sexual health, and traditional medicine, improved coding for rare diseases, and better integration with electronic health records through extension codes.

What are the subcategories under 2B62.1?

2B62.1 has 2 child codes, including: 2B62.10 (Squamous cell carcinoma of lingual tonsil), 2B62.1Z (Malignant neoplasms of lingual tonsil, unspecified).

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