8A81
Tension-type headache
Tension-type headache
Child Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for tension-type headache?
The ICD-11 code for tension-type headache is 8A81. The full clinical description is "Tension-type headache".
What does ICD-11 code 8A81 mean?
ICD-11 code 8A81 represents "Tension-type headache". It is classified under Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System.
What chapter is 8A81 in?
8A81 is in Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System (codes 8A00-8E7Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 8A81?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 8A81 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 8A81?
8A81 has 5 child codes, including: 8A81.0 (Infrequent episodic tension-type headache), 8A81.1 (Frequent episodic tension-type headache), 8A81.2 (Chronic tension-type headache), 8A81.Y (Other specified tension-type headache), and 1 more.
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