NC31.3
Puncture wound with foreign body of forearm
Puncture wound with foreign body of forearm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for puncture wound with foreign body of forearm?
The ICD-11 code for puncture wound with foreign body of forearm is NC31.3. The full clinical description is "Puncture wound with foreign body of forearm".
What does ICD-11 code NC31.3 mean?
ICD-11 code NC31.3 represents “Puncture wound with foreign body of forearm”. It is classified under Chapter 22: Injury, Poisoning or Certain Other Consequences of External Causes.
What chapter is NC31.3 in?
NC31.3 is in Chapter 22: Injury, Poisoning or Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes NA00-NF2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code NC31.3?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for NC31.3 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.
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