BB20
Acute pericarditis
Acute pericarditis
Child Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for acute pericarditis?
The ICD-11 code for acute pericarditis is BB20. The full clinical description is "Acute pericarditis".
What does ICD-11 code BB20 mean?
ICD-11 code BB20 represents “Acute pericarditis”. It is classified under Chapter 11: Diseases of the Circulatory System.
What chapter is BB20 in?
BB20 is in Chapter 11: Diseases of the Circulatory System (codes BA00-BE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code BB20?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for BB20 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 BB20?
BB20 has 5 child codes, including: BB20.0 (Infectious pericarditis), BB20.1 (Neoplastic pericarditis), BB20.2 (Myopericarditis), BB20.Y (Other specified acute pericarditis), and 1 more.
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