FA71
Torticollis
Torticollis
Classification
ICD-11
Block
FA70-FA7ZParent Code
BlockL2-FA7ICD-10 Mapping
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ICD-10 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(10)
SNOMED CT ↗
- Contracture of neck70070008
- Acquired deformity of neck72082009
- Atlantoaxial torticollis89902003
- Crick in neck161882006
- Back stiffness249921008
- AAS-Atlantoaxial subluxation263042007
- Cervical spine stiff298234007
- Decreased range of cervical spine movement304344002
- Acute muscle stiffness of neck710134003
- Benign paroxysmal torticollis of infancy719521002
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for torticollis?
The ICD-11 code for torticollis is FA71. The full clinical description is "Torticollis".
What does ICD-11 code FA71 mean?
ICD-11 code FA71 represents “Torticollis”. It is classified under Chapter 15: Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System or Connective Tissue.
What chapter is FA71 in?
FA71 is in Chapter 15: Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System or Connective Tissue (codes FA00-FC0Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code FA71?
FA71 maps to the ICD-10 code: M43.6 (Torticollis). 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.
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