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8E40

Disorders of the meninges excluding infection

Disorders of the meninges excluding infection

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL1-8E4

Child Codes

6

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (6)

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for disorders of the meninges excluding infection?

The ICD-11 code for disorders of the meninges excluding infection is 8E40. The full clinical description is "Disorders of the meninges excluding infection".

What does ICD-11 code 8E40 mean?

ICD-11 code 8E40 represents “Disorders of the meninges excluding infection”. It is classified under Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System.

What chapter is 8E40 in?

8E40 is in Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System (codes 8A00-8E7Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 8E40?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 8E40 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 8E40?

8E40 has 6 child codes, including: 8E40.0 (Neoplastic meningitis), 8E40.1 (Chemical meningitis), 8E40.2 (Inflammatory meningitis), 8E40.3 (Arachnoiditis), and 2 more.

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