2B6B
Malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx
Malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
2: NeoplasmsBlock
2B60-2B6YParent Code
BlockL3-2B6Child Codes
5
WHO Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx?
The ICD-11 code for malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx is 2B6B. The full clinical description is "Malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx".
What does ICD-11 code 2B6B mean?
ICD-11 code 2B6B represents “Malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx”. It is classified under Chapter 2: Neoplasms.
What chapter is 2B6B in?
2B6B is in Chapter 2: Neoplasms (codes 2A00-2F9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 2B6B?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 2B6B 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 2B6B?
2B6B has 5 child codes, including: 2B6B.0 (Squamous cell carcinoma of nasopharynx), 2B6B.1 (Malignant epithelial neoplasms of nasopharynx, unspecified type), 2B6B.2 (Malignant neoplasms of pharyngeal tonsil), 2B6B.Y (Other specified malignant neoplasms of nasopharynx), and 1 more.
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