DC70.00
Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation or abscess
Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation or abscess
Classification
ICD-11
Block
DC70-DC72Parent Code
DC70.0ICD-10 Mapping
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation or abscess?
The ICD-11 code for diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation or abscess is DC70.00. The full clinical description is "Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation or abscess".
What does ICD-11 code DC70.00 mean?
ICD-11 code DC70.00 represents “Diverticulitis of small intestine with perforation or abscess”. It is classified under Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System.
What chapter is DC70.00 in?
DC70.00 is in Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System (codes DA00-DE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code DC70.00?
DC70.00 maps to the ICD-10 code: K57.0 (Diverticulitis of small intestine w perforation and abscess). This is an equivalent mapping.
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 UMLS concepts map to ICD-11 code DC70.00?
DC70.00 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2887865. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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