EC21.0
Genetic defects of the hair shaft
Genetic defects of the hair shaft
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
14: Diseases of the SkinBlock
EC10-EC7YParent Code
EC21ICD-10 Mapping
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for genetic defects of the hair shaft?
The ICD-11 code for genetic defects of the hair shaft is EC21.0. The full clinical description is "Genetic defects of the hair shaft".
What does ICD-11 code EC21.0 mean?
ICD-11 code EC21.0 represents “Genetic defects of the hair shaft”. It is classified under Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin.
What chapter is EC21.0 in?
EC21.0 is in Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin (codes EA00-EM0Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code EC21.0?
EC21.0 maps to the ICD-10 code: Q84.1 (Congenital morphological disturbances of hair, NEC). This is an equivalent mapping.
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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