LB12.1
Atresia of oesophagus
Atresia of oesophagus
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LB10-LB1ZParent Code
LB12Child Codes
3
WHO Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for atresia of oesophagus?
The ICD-11 code for atresia of oesophagus is LB12.1. The full clinical description is "Atresia of oesophagus".
What does ICD-11 code LB12.1 mean?
ICD-11 code LB12.1 represents “Atresia of oesophagus”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LB12.1 in?
LB12.1 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LB12.1?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LB12.1 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 LB12.1?
LB12.1 has 3 child codes, including: LB12.10 (Atresia of oesophagus with oesophagobronchial fistula), LB12.1Y (Other specified atresia of oesophagus), LB12.1Z (Atresia of oesophagus, unspecified).
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