LB70.0
Craniosynostosis
Craniosynostosis
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LB70-LB9ZParent Code
LB70Child Codes
3
WHO Foundation
View on WHOChild Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for craniosynostosis?
The ICD-11 code for craniosynostosis is LB70.0. The full clinical description is "Craniosynostosis".
What does ICD-11 code LB70.0 mean?
ICD-11 code LB70.0 represents “Craniosynostosis”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LB70.0 in?
LB70.0 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LB70.0?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LB70.0 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 LB70.0?
LB70.0 has 3 child codes, including: LB70.00 (Plagiocephaly), LB70.0Y (Other specified craniosynostosis), LB70.0Z (Craniosynostosis, unspecified).
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