9B78.6
Separation of retinal layers
Separation of retinal layers
Child Codes (4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for separation of retinal layers?
The ICD-11 code for separation of retinal layers is 9B78.6. The full clinical description is "Separation of retinal layers".
What does ICD-11 code 9B78.6 mean?
ICD-11 code 9B78.6 represents “Separation of retinal layers”. It is classified under Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System.
What chapter is 9B78.6 in?
9B78.6 is in Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System (codes 9A00-9E1Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 9B78.6?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 9B78.6 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 9B78.6?
9B78.6 has 4 child codes, including: 9B78.60 (Serous detachment of retinal pigment epithelium), 9B78.61 (Haemorrhagic detachment of retinal pigment epithelium), 9B78.6Y (Other specified separation of retinal layers), 9B78.6Z (Separation of retinal layers, unspecified).
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