PB55
Unintentional exposure to explosion
Unintentional exposure to explosion
Child Codes (4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for unintentional exposure to explosion?
The ICD-11 code for unintentional exposure to explosion is PB55. The full clinical description is "Unintentional exposure to explosion".
What does ICD-11 code PB55 mean?
ICD-11 code PB55 represents “Unintentional exposure to explosion”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.
What chapter is PB55 in?
PB55 is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PB55?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PB55 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 PB55?
PB55 has 4 child codes, including: PB55.0 (Unintentional exposure to chemical explosion), PB55.1 (Unintentional exposure to explosion or rupture of pressurised materials or object), PB55.Y (Other specified unintentional exposure to explosion), PB55.Z (Unintentional exposure to explosion, unspecified).
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