CA02
Acute pharyngitis
Acute pharyngitis
Child Codes (4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for acute pharyngitis?
The ICD-11 code for acute pharyngitis is CA02. The full clinical description is "Acute pharyngitis".
What does ICD-11 code CA02 mean?
ICD-11 code CA02 represents “Acute pharyngitis”. It is classified under Chapter 12: Diseases of the Respiratory System.
What chapter is CA02 in?
CA02 is in Chapter 12: Diseases of the Respiratory System (codes CA00-CB7Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code CA02?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for CA02 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 CA02?
CA02 has 4 child codes, including: CA02.0 (Acute bacterial pharyngitis), CA02.1 (Acute viral pharyngitis), CA02.Y (Other specified acute pharyngitis), CA02.Z (Acute pharyngitis, unspecified).
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