EG40
Contact dermatitis of external ear
Contact dermatitis of external ear
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
14: Diseases of the SkinBlock
EG40-EG4ZParent Code
BlockL4-EG4Child Codes
1
WHO Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for contact dermatitis of external ear?
The ICD-11 code for contact dermatitis of external ear is EG40. The full clinical description is "Contact dermatitis of external ear".
What does ICD-11 code EG40 mean?
ICD-11 code EG40 represents “Contact dermatitis of external ear”. It is classified under Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin.
What chapter is EG40 in?
EG40 is in Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin (codes EA00-EM0Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code EG40?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for EG40 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 EG40?
EG40 has 1 child code, including: EG40.0 (Allergic contact dermatitis of external ear).
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