NC52
Open wound of wrist or hand
Open wound of wrist or hand
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for open wound of wrist or hand?
The ICD-11 code for open wound of wrist or hand is NC52. The full clinical description is "Open wound of wrist or hand".
What does ICD-11 code NC52 mean?
ICD-11 code NC52 represents “Open wound of wrist or hand”. It is classified under Chapter 22: Injury, Poisoning or Certain Other Consequences of External Causes.
What chapter is NC52 in?
NC52 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 NC52?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for NC52 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 NC52?
NC52 has 3 child codes, including: NC52.0 (Open wound of finger or thumb), NC52.1 (Open wound of other parts of wrist or hand), NC52.2 (Multiple open wounds of wrist or hand).
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