BlockL1-1B7
Pyogenic bacterial infections of the skin or subcutaneous tissues
Pyogenic bacterial infections of the skin or subcutaneous tissues
Child Codes (8)
1B70Bacterial cellulitis, erysipelas or lymphangitis
1B71Necrotising fasciitis
1B72Impetigo
1B73Ecthyma
1B74Superficial bacterial folliculitis
1B75Deep bacterial folliculitis or pyogenic abscess of the skin
1B7YOther specified pyogenic bacterial infection of skin or subcutaneous tissue
1B7ZPyogenic bacterial infection of skin or subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for pyogenic bacterial infections of the skin or subcutaneous tissues?
The ICD-11 code for pyogenic bacterial infections of the skin or subcutaneous tissues is BlockL1-1B7. The full clinical description is "Pyogenic bacterial infections of the skin or subcutaneous tissues".
What does ICD-11 code BlockL1-1B7 mean?
ICD-11 code BlockL1-1B7 represents "Pyogenic bacterial infections of the skin or subcutaneous tissues". It is classified under the ICD-11 classification system.
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code BlockL1-1B7?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for BlockL1-1B7 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.
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