CA06
Acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis
Acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis?
The ICD-11 code for acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis is CA06. The full clinical description is "Acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis".
What does ICD-11 code CA06 mean?
ICD-11 code CA06 represents “Acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis”. It is classified under Chapter 12: Diseases of the Respiratory System.
What chapter is CA06 in?
CA06 is in Chapter 12: Diseases of the Respiratory System (codes CA00-CB7Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code CA06?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for CA06 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 CA06?
CA06 has 3 child codes, including: CA06.0 (Acute obstructive laryngitis), CA06.1 (Acute epiglottitis), CA06.Z (Acute obstructive laryngitis or epiglottitis, unspecified).
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