MG51.00
Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Classification
ICD-11
Block
MG50-MG5ZParent Code
MG51.0ICD-10 Mapping
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ICD-10 Equivalents
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus?
The ICD-11 code for methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus is MG51.00. The full clinical description is "Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus".
What does ICD-11 code MG51.00 mean?
ICD-11 code MG51.00 represents “Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus”. It is classified under Chapter 21: Symptoms, Signs or Clinical Findings, Not Elsewhere Classified.
What chapter is MG51.00 in?
MG51.00 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 MG51.00?
MG51.00 maps to the ICD-10 code: U821. This is an equivalent mapping.
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.
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