PC8Y
Intentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism
Intentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for intentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism?
The ICD-11 code for intentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism is PC8Y. The full clinical description is "Intentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism".
What does ICD-11 code PC8Y mean?
ICD-11 code PC8Y represents “Intentional self-harm by exposure to other specified thermal mechanism”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.
What chapter is PC8Y in?
PC8Y is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PC8Y?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PC8Y 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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