6C4A.2
Nicotine dependence
Nicotine dependence
Child Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for nicotine dependence?
The ICD-11 code for nicotine dependence is 6C4A.2. The full clinical description is "Nicotine dependence".
What does ICD-11 code 6C4A.2 mean?
ICD-11 code 6C4A.2 represents “Nicotine dependence”. It is classified under Chapter 6: Mental, Behavioural or Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
What chapter is 6C4A.2 in?
6C4A.2 is in Chapter 6: Mental, Behavioural or Neurodevelopmental Disorders (codes 6A00-6E8Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 6C4A.2?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 6C4A.2 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 6C4A.2?
6C4A.2 has 5 child codes, including: 6C4A.20 (Nicotine dependence, current use), 6C4A.21 (Nicotine dependence, early full remission), 6C4A.22 (Nicotine dependence, sustained partial remission), 6C4A.23 (Nicotine dependence, sustained full remission), and 1 more.
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