DB10
Appendicitis
Appendicitis
Child Codes (4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for appendicitis?
The ICD-11 code for appendicitis is DB10. The full clinical description is "Appendicitis".
What does ICD-11 code DB10 mean?
ICD-11 code DB10 represents “Appendicitis”. It is classified under Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System.
What chapter is DB10 in?
DB10 is in Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System (codes DA00-DE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code DB10?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for DB10 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 DB10?
DB10 has 4 child codes, including: DB10.0 (Acute appendicitis), DB10.1 (Chronic appendicitis), DB10.Y (Other specified appendicitis), DB10.Z (Appendicitis, unspecified).
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