LA00
Anencephaly or similar anomalies
Anencephaly or similar anomalies
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LA00-LA0ZParent Code
BlockL2-LA0Child Codes
6
WHO Foundation
View on WHOChild Codes (6)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for anencephaly or similar anomalies?
The ICD-11 code for anencephaly or similar anomalies is LA00. The full clinical description is "Anencephaly or similar anomalies".
What does ICD-11 code LA00 mean?
ICD-11 code LA00 represents “Anencephaly or similar anomalies”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LA00 in?
LA00 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LA00?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LA00 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 LA00?
LA00 has 6 child codes, including: LA00.0 (Anencephaly), LA00.1 (Iniencephaly), LA00.2 (Acephaly), LA00.3 (Amyelencephaly), and 2 more.
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