LA02
Spina bifida
Spina bifida
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LA00-LA0ZParent Code
BlockL2-LA0Child Codes
4
WHO Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for spina bifida?
The ICD-11 code for spina bifida is LA02. The full clinical description is "Spina bifida".
What does ICD-11 code LA02 mean?
ICD-11 code LA02 represents “Spina bifida”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LA02 in?
LA02 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LA02?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LA02 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 LA02?
LA02 has 4 child codes, including: LA02.0 (Spina bifida cystica), LA02.1 (Spina bifida aperta), LA02.Y (Other specified spina bifida), LA02.Z (Spina bifida, unspecified).
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