DC12.0
Acute cholecystitis
Acute cholecystitis
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for acute cholecystitis?
The ICD-11 code for acute cholecystitis is DC12.0. The full clinical description is "Acute cholecystitis".
What does ICD-11 code DC12.0 mean?
ICD-11 code DC12.0 represents “Acute cholecystitis”. It is classified under Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System.
What chapter is DC12.0 in?
DC12.0 is in Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System (codes DA00-DE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code DC12.0?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for DC12.0 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 DC12.0?
DC12.0 has 3 child codes, including: DC12.00 (Acute on chronic cholecystitis), DC12.0Y (Other specified acute cholecystitis), DC12.0Z (Acute cholecystitis, unspecified).
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