MB21.1
Amnesia
Amnesia
Child Codes (5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for amnesia?
The ICD-11 code for amnesia is MB21.1. The full clinical description is "Amnesia".
What does ICD-11 code MB21.1 mean?
ICD-11 code MB21.1 represents “Amnesia”. It is classified under Chapter 21: Symptoms, Signs or Clinical Findings, Not Elsewhere Classified.
What chapter is MB21.1 in?
MB21.1 is in Chapter 21: Symptoms, Signs or Clinical Findings, Not Elsewhere Classified (codes MA00-MH2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code MB21.1?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for MB21.1 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 MB21.1?
MB21.1 has 5 child codes, including: MB21.10 (Anterograde amnesia), MB21.11 (Retrograde amnesia), MB21.12 (Transient global amnesia), MB21.1Y (Other specified amnesia), and 1 more.
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