EC20
Genetic disorders of keratinisation
Genetic disorders of keratinisation
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
14: Diseases of the SkinBlock
EC10-EC7YParent Code
BlockL1-EC1Child Codes
5
WHO Foundation
View on WHOChild Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for genetic disorders of keratinisation?
The ICD-11 code for genetic disorders of keratinisation is EC20. The full clinical description is "Genetic disorders of keratinisation".
What does ICD-11 code EC20 mean?
ICD-11 code EC20 represents “Genetic disorders of keratinisation”. It is classified under Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin.
What chapter is EC20 in?
EC20 is in Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin (codes EA00-EM0Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code EC20?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for EC20 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 EC20?
EC20 has 5 child codes, including: EC20.0 (Non-syndromic ichthyosis), EC20.1 (Hereditary skin peeling), EC20.2 (Hereditary acantholytic dermatoses), EC20.3 (Hereditary palmoplantar keratodermas), and 1 more.
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