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KB21.1

Mild and moderate birth asphyxia

Mild and moderate birth asphyxia

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

KB21

WHO Foundation

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for mild and moderate birth asphyxia?

The ICD-11 code for mild and moderate birth asphyxia is KB21.1. The full clinical description is "Mild and moderate birth asphyxia".

What does ICD-11 code KB21.1 mean?

ICD-11 code KB21.1 represents “Mild and moderate birth asphyxia”. It is classified under Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period.

What chapter is KB21.1 in?

KB21.1 is in Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period (codes KA00-KD5Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code KB21.1?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for KB21.1 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.

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