BlockL2-PC8
Intentional self-harm by exposure to thermal mechanism
Intentional self-harm by exposure to thermal mechanism
Child Codes (9)
PC80Intentional self-harm by exposure to controlled fire
PC81Intentional self-harm by exposure to uncontrolled fire
PC82Intentional self-harm by exposure to ignition or melting of material
PC83Intentional self-harm by contact with hot object or liquid
PC84Intentional self-harm by exposure to steam, hot vapour, air or gases
PC85Intentional self-harm by exposure to excessive heat
PC86Intentional self-harm by exposure to excessive cold
PC8YIntentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism
PC8ZIntentional self-harm by exposure to unspecified thermal mechanism
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for intentional self-harm by exposure to thermal mechanism?
The ICD-11 code for intentional self-harm by exposure to thermal mechanism is BlockL2-PC8. The full clinical description is "Intentional self-harm by exposure to thermal mechanism".
What does ICD-11 code BlockL2-PC8 mean?
ICD-11 code BlockL2-PC8 represents "Intentional self-harm by exposure to thermal mechanism". It is classified under the ICD-11 classification system.
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code BlockL2-PC8?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for BlockL2-PC8 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 BlockL2-PC8?
BlockL2-PC8 has 9 child codes, including: PC80 (Intentional self-harm by exposure to controlled fire), PC81 (Intentional self-harm by exposure to uncontrolled fire), PC82 (Intentional self-harm by exposure to ignition or melting of material), PC83 (Intentional self-harm by contact with hot object or liquid), and 5 more.
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