KB21
Birth asphyxia
Birth asphyxia
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for birth asphyxia?
The ICD-11 code for birth asphyxia is KB21. The full clinical description is "Birth asphyxia".
What does ICD-11 code KB21 mean?
ICD-11 code KB21 represents “Birth asphyxia”. It is classified under Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period.
What chapter is KB21 in?
KB21 is in Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period (codes KA00-KD5Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code KB21?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for KB21 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 KB21?
KB21 has 3 child codes, including: KB21.0 (Severe birth asphyxia), KB21.1 (Mild and moderate birth asphyxia), KB21.Z (Birth asphyxia, unspecified).
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