PE17
Assault by being scratched or clawed by animal
Assault by being scratched or clawed by animal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for assault by being scratched or clawed by animal?
The ICD-11 code for assault by being scratched or clawed by animal is PE17. The full clinical description is "Assault by being scratched or clawed by animal".
What does ICD-11 code PE17 mean?
ICD-11 code PE17 represents “Assault by being scratched or clawed by animal”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.
What chapter is PE17 in?
PE17 is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PE17?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PE17 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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