8C70.3
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy?
The ICD-11 code for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy is 8C70.3. The full clinical description is "Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy".
What does ICD-11 code 8C70.3 mean?
ICD-11 code 8C70.3 represents “Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy”. It is classified under Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System.
What chapter is 8C70.3 in?
8C70.3 is in Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System (codes 8A00-8E7Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 8C70.3?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 8C70.3 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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