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LA22

Structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment

Structural developmental anomalies of ear causing hearing impairment

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL2-LA2

Child Codes

7

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (7)

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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