KB23
Respiratory distress of newborn
Respiratory distress of newborn
Child Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for respiratory distress of newborn?
The ICD-11 code for respiratory distress of newborn is KB23. The full clinical description is "Respiratory distress of newborn".
What does ICD-11 code KB23 mean?
ICD-11 code KB23 represents “Respiratory distress of newborn”. It is classified under Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period.
What chapter is KB23 in?
KB23 is in Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period (codes KA00-KD5Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code KB23?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for KB23 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 KB23?
KB23 has 5 child codes, including: KB23.0 (Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn), KB23.1 (Transient tachypnoea of newborn), KB23.2 (Respiratory instability of prematurity), KB23.Y (Other specified respiratory distress of newborn), and 1 more.
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