ED70.51
Dissecting cellulitis
Dissecting cellulitis
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
14: Diseases of the SkinBlock
ED70-ED7YParent Code
ED70.5ICD-10 Mapping
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ICD-10 Equivalents
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for dissecting cellulitis?
The ICD-11 code for dissecting cellulitis is ED70.51. The full clinical description is "Dissecting cellulitis".
What does ICD-11 code ED70.51 mean?
ICD-11 code ED70.51 represents “Dissecting cellulitis”. It is classified under Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin.
What chapter is ED70.51 in?
ED70.51 is in Chapter 14: Diseases of the Skin (codes EA00-EM0Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code ED70.51?
ED70.51 maps to the ICD-10 code: L66.3 (Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens). 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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