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9A70

Hereditary corneal dystrophies

Hereditary corneal dystrophies

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL2-9A7

Child Codes

3

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (3)

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for hereditary corneal dystrophies?

The ICD-11 code for hereditary corneal dystrophies is 9A70. The full clinical description is "Hereditary corneal dystrophies".

What does ICD-11 code 9A70 mean?

ICD-11 code 9A70 represents “Hereditary corneal dystrophies”. It is classified under Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System.

What chapter is 9A70 in?

9A70 is in Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System (codes 9A00-9E1Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 9A70?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 9A70 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 9A70?

9A70 has 3 child codes, including: 9A70.0 (Endothelial corneal dystrophy), 9A70.Y (Other specified hereditary corneal dystrophies), 9A70.Z (Hereditary corneal dystrophies, unspecified).

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