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6C4A.20

Nicotine dependence, current use

Nicotine dependence, current use

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

6C4A.2

WHO Foundation

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for nicotine dependence, current use?

The ICD-11 code for nicotine dependence, current use is 6C4A.20. The full clinical description is "Nicotine dependence, current use".

What does ICD-11 code 6C4A.20 mean?

ICD-11 code 6C4A.20 represents “Nicotine dependence, current use”. It is classified under Chapter 6: Mental, Behavioural or Neurodevelopmental Disorders.

What chapter is 6C4A.20 in?

6C4A.20 is in Chapter 6: Mental, Behavioural or Neurodevelopmental Disorders (codes 6A00-6E8Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 6C4A.20?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 6C4A.20 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.

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