LA22
Structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment
Structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LA20-LA2ZParent Code
BlockL2-LA2Child Codes
7
WHO Foundation
View on WHOChild Codes (7)
LA22.0Microtia
LA22.1Anotia
LA22.2Aplasia or hypoplasia of external auditory canal
LA22.3Structural developmental anomalies of ear ossicles
LA22.4Structural developmental anomalies of inner ear
LA22.YOther specified structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment
LA22.ZStructural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment, unspecified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment?
The ICD-11 code for structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment is LA22. The full clinical description is "Structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment".
What does ICD-11 code LA22 mean?
ICD-11 code LA22 represents “Structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LA22 in?
LA22 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LA22?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LA22 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 LA22?
LA22 has 7 child codes, including: LA22.0 (Microtia), LA22.1 (Anotia), LA22.2 (Aplasia or hypoplasia of external auditory canal), LA22.3 (Structural developmental anomalies of ear ossicles), and 3 more.
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