ME03
Abnormal bowel sounds
Abnormal bowel sounds
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for abnormal bowel sounds?
The ICD-11 code for abnormal bowel sounds is ME03. The full clinical description is "Abnormal bowel sounds".
What does ICD-11 code ME03 mean?
ICD-11 code ME03 represents “Abnormal bowel sounds”. It is classified under Chapter 21: Symptoms, Signs or Clinical Findings, Not Elsewhere Classified.
What chapter is ME03 in?
ME03 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 ME03?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for ME03 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 ME03?
ME03 has 3 child codes, including: ME03.0 (Hyperactive bowel sounds), ME03.1 (Absent bowel sounds), ME03.Z (Abnormal bowel sounds, unspecified).
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