ND72.2
Foreign body in pharynx
Foreign body in pharynx
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for foreign body in pharynx?
The ICD-11 code for foreign body in pharynx is ND72.2. The full clinical description is "Foreign body in pharynx".
What does ICD-11 code ND72.2 mean?
ICD-11 code ND72.2 represents “Foreign body in pharynx”. It is classified under Chapter 22: Injury, Poisoning or Certain Other Consequences of External Causes.
What chapter is ND72.2 in?
ND72.2 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 ND72.2?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for ND72.2 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 ND72.2?
ND72.2 has 3 child codes, including: ND72.20 (Asphyxia on mucus in nasopharynx), ND72.2Y (Other specified foreign body in pharynx), ND72.2Z (Foreign body in pharynx, unspecified).
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