BC20
Chronic rheumatic heart diseases, not elsewhere classified
Chronic rheumatic heart diseases, not elsewhere classified
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for chronic rheumatic heart diseases, not elsewhere classified?
The ICD-11 code for chronic rheumatic heart diseases, not elsewhere classified is BC20. The full clinical description is "Chronic rheumatic heart diseases, not elsewhere classified".
What does ICD-11 code BC20 mean?
ICD-11 code BC20 represents “Chronic rheumatic heart diseases, not elsewhere classified”. It is classified under Chapter 11: Diseases of the Circulatory System.
What chapter is BC20 in?
BC20 is in Chapter 11: Diseases of the Circulatory System (codes BA00-BE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code BC20?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for BC20 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 BC20?
BC20 has 3 child codes, including: BC20.0 (Rheumatic diseases of endocardium, valve unspecified), BC20.Y (Other specified chronic rheumatic heart disease), BC20.Z (Chronic rheumatic heart disease, unspecified).
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