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The [[International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems]] (ICD-10) is the tenth edition of a medical classification system established by the [[World Health Organization]] (WHO). This system is widely used in the field of medicine and healthcare to create a universal standard for the classification and reporting of diseases, symptoms, abnormal findings, complaints, social circumstances, and external causes of injury or diseases<ref>{{Cite journal|last1=|first1=|title=The ICD-10 Classification of Mental and Behavioural Disorders: Clinical descriptions and diagnostic guidelines|journal=|volume=|issue= |pages= |year=|doi=|pmid=}}</ref>.
{{Short description|Overview of the ICD-10 coding system}}
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== Structure and Purpose of ICD-10 ==
==Overview==
The '''International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision''' ('''ICD-10''') is a medical classification list by the [[World Health Organization]] (WHO). It contains codes for diseases, signs and symptoms, abnormal findings, complaints, social circumstances, and external causes of injury or diseases. The ICD-10 is used worldwide for morbidity and mortality statistics, reimbursement systems, and automated decision support in medicine.


The ICD-10 system is comprised of alphanumeric codes, each corresponding to a specific health condition or related issues. These codes facilitate efficient and precise documentation and communication of medical conditions on a global scale, which is essential for epidemiological studies, health management, and clinical purposes. This standardization is particularly vital for healthcare quality assessment, resource allocation, and reimbursement systems<ref>{{Cite journal|last1=|first1=|title=The relevance of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) in the 21st century|journal=|volume=|issue=|pages=|year=|doi=|pmid=}}</ref>.
[[File:Icd10codeslogo.png|thumb|right|The ICD-10 logo]]


== Uses and Applications ==
==History==
The ICD-10 was first endorsed by the [[World Health Assembly]] in 1990 and came into use in WHO member states in 1994. It replaced the [[ICD-9]], which had been in use since 1979. The ICD-10 was developed to provide a more detailed and comprehensive classification system that could be used internationally.


ICD-10 is utilized in many aspects of healthcare and medical research. Here are a few key areas:
==Structure==
The ICD-10 is divided into 21 chapters, each covering a different category of diseases and health conditions. Each chapter is further divided into blocks of related conditions, and each condition is assigned a unique code. The codes are alphanumeric and consist of a letter followed by two digits, with a decimal point and one or two additional digits for more specific conditions.


* '''Clinical Care:''' The codes assist in recording diagnoses and procedures in patient records, helping clinicians track a patient's condition, and plan for future care.
==Usage==
* '''Research:''' ICD-10 codes provide a consistent method for categorizing and studying diseases, leading to breakthroughs in disease prevention and treatment.
The ICD-10 is used by healthcare providers, insurers, and researchers to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in conjunction with hospital care. It is also used for billing and reimbursement purposes, as well as for compiling health statistics.
* '''Healthcare Administration:''' The system is crucial for health management purposes, such as tracking the incidence and prevalence of diseases and other health problems, both nationally and globally.
* '''Billing and Reimbursement:''' ICD-10 codes are integral to the billing process, with specific codes corresponding to certain medical services for reimbursement purposes.
== Transition to ICD-11 ==


The [[World Health Organization]] (WHO) introduced the 11th revision of ICD (ICD-11) in June 2018, which will eventually replace ICD-10. The new version contains major improvements and changes, focusing on simplification and ease of use. However, as of now, many healthcare institutions worldwide continue to use ICD-10 due to the extensive infrastructure changes required for the transition<ref>{{Cite journal|last1=|first1=|title=Transitioning to ICD-11: Potential impact on healthcare systems and challenges ahead|journal=|volume=|issue=|pages=|year=|doi=|pmid=}}</ref>.
==Transition to ICD-11==
 
The [[ICD-11]] was adopted by the World Health Assembly in 2019 and is set to replace the ICD-10. The ICD-11 includes updates and improvements to the classification system, reflecting advances in medicine and changes in the understanding of health and disease.
== See Also ==


==Related pages==
* [[ICD-9]]
* [[ICD-9]]
* [[ICD-11]]
* [[ICD-11]]
* [[DSM-5]]
* [[World Health Organization]]
* [[World Health Organization]]
== References ==
* [[Medical classification]]
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Latest revision as of 03:54, 13 February 2025

Overview of the ICD-10 coding system



Overview[edit]

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) is a medical classification list by the World Health Organization (WHO). It contains codes for diseases, signs and symptoms, abnormal findings, complaints, social circumstances, and external causes of injury or diseases. The ICD-10 is used worldwide for morbidity and mortality statistics, reimbursement systems, and automated decision support in medicine.

The ICD-10 logo

History[edit]

The ICD-10 was first endorsed by the World Health Assembly in 1990 and came into use in WHO member states in 1994. It replaced the ICD-9, which had been in use since 1979. The ICD-10 was developed to provide a more detailed and comprehensive classification system that could be used internationally.

Structure[edit]

The ICD-10 is divided into 21 chapters, each covering a different category of diseases and health conditions. Each chapter is further divided into blocks of related conditions, and each condition is assigned a unique code. The codes are alphanumeric and consist of a letter followed by two digits, with a decimal point and one or two additional digits for more specific conditions.

Usage[edit]

The ICD-10 is used by healthcare providers, insurers, and researchers to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in conjunction with hospital care. It is also used for billing and reimbursement purposes, as well as for compiling health statistics.

Transition to ICD-11[edit]

The ICD-11 was adopted by the World Health Assembly in 2019 and is set to replace the ICD-10. The ICD-11 includes updates and improvements to the classification system, reflecting advances in medicine and changes in the understanding of health and disease.

Related pages[edit]

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