LA04
Congenital hydrocephalus
Congenital hydrocephalus
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LA00-LA0ZParent Code
BlockL2-LA0Child Codes
3
WHO Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for congenital hydrocephalus?
The ICD-11 code for congenital hydrocephalus is LA04. The full clinical description is "Congenital hydrocephalus".
What does ICD-11 code LA04 mean?
ICD-11 code LA04 represents “Congenital hydrocephalus”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LA04 in?
LA04 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LA04?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LA04 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 LA04?
LA04 has 3 child codes, including: LA04.0 (Hydrocephalus with stenosis of the aqueduct of Sylvius), LA04.Y (Other specified congenital hydrocephalus), LA04.Z (Congenital hydrocephalus, unspecified).
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