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9C40.B

Optic atrophy

Optic atrophy

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

9C40

Child Codes

3

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (3)

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for optic atrophy?

The ICD-11 code for optic atrophy is 9C40.B. The full clinical description is "Optic atrophy".

What does ICD-11 code 9C40.B mean?

ICD-11 code 9C40.B represents “Optic atrophy”. It is classified under Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System.

What chapter is 9C40.B in?

9C40.B is in Chapter 9: Diseases of the Visual System (codes 9A00-9E1Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 9C40.B?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 9C40.B 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 9C40.B?

9C40.B has 3 child codes, including: 9C40.B0 (Congenital optic atrophy), 9C40.B1 (Acquired optic atrophy), 9C40.BZ (Optic atrophy, unspecified).

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