6C40.4
Alcohol withdrawal
Alcohol withdrawal
Child Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for alcohol withdrawal?
The ICD-11 code for alcohol withdrawal is 6C40.4. The full clinical description is "Alcohol withdrawal".
What does ICD-11 code 6C40.4 mean?
ICD-11 code 6C40.4 represents “Alcohol withdrawal”. It is classified under Chapter 6: Mental, Behavioural or Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
What chapter is 6C40.4 in?
6C40.4 is in Chapter 6: Mental, Behavioural or Neurodevelopmental Disorders (codes 6A00-6E8Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 6C40.4?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 6C40.4 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 6C40.4?
6C40.4 has 5 child codes, including: 6C40.40 (Alcohol withdrawal, uncomplicated), 6C40.41 (Alcohol withdrawal with perceptual disturbances), 6C40.42 (Alcohol withdrawal with seizures), 6C40.43 (Alcohol withdrawal with perceptual disturbances and seizures), and 1 more.
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