International Classification of Diseases
International Classification of Diseases (ICD)
International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is a globally recognized system for classifying and coding all types of diseases and health problems. It is maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Pronunciation
In-ter-na-tion-al Clas-si-fi-ca-tion of Dis-eas-es
Etymology
The term "International Classification of Diseases" was first used in the 10th revision of the system, which was published in 1992. The system itself, however, dates back to the 19th century, when it was known as the International List of Causes of Death.
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Description
The ICD is used by healthcare providers, researchers, policy-makers, and others for a variety of purposes, including the tracking of diseases, the study of health trends, and the planning of health services. It includes codes for a wide range of diseases, disorders, injuries, and other related health conditions. These codes are used in medical records, death certificates, and other health documents to ensure consistent recording and reporting of health information.
The ICD is updated periodically to reflect advances in medical and health knowledge. The current version, ICD-11, was released in 2018 and includes new chapters and categories, as well as a new digital format that allows for easier use and updating.
Usage
The ICD is used worldwide and is available in multiple languages. It is used in both clinical and research settings, and is also used for health management and policy-making. The ICD codes are used in the billing and reimbursement processes in many countries, including the United States.
See Also
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
- Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
- Current Procedural Terminology
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on International Classification of Diseases
- Wikipedia's article - International Classification of Diseases
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