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PH23

Threat to breathing by external compression of airways or chest with undetermined intent

Threat to breathing by external compression of airways or chest with undetermined intent

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL2-PH2

WHO Foundation

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for threat to breathing by external compression of airways or chest with undetermined intent?

The ICD-11 code for threat to breathing by external compression of airways or chest with undetermined intent is PH23. The full clinical description is "Threat to breathing by external compression of airways or chest with undetermined intent".

What does ICD-11 code PH23 mean?

ICD-11 code PH23 represents “Threat to breathing by external compression of airways or chest with undetermined intent”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.

What chapter is PH23 in?

PH23 is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PH23?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PH23 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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