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9A01.20

Hordeolum externum

Hordeolum externum

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

9A01.2

WHO Foundation

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for hordeolum externum?

The ICD-11 code for hordeolum externum is 9A01.20. The full clinical description is "Hordeolum externum".

What does ICD-11 code 9A01.20 mean?

ICD-11 code 9A01.20 represents “Hordeolum externum”. It is classified under Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System.

What chapter is 9A01.20 in?

9A01.20 is in Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System (codes 9A00-9E1Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 9A01.20?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 9A01.20 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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