Z23.6 is the ICD-10 code for Need for immunization against diphtheria alone. It is a four-character subcategory of Z23 (Need for immunization against single bacterial diseases), the most specific level in the WHO edition. It belongs to the block Z20–Z29 (Persons with potential health hazards related to communicable diseases) in Chapter XXI, Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
- Code type
- Subcategory (4 characters)
- Chapter
- XXI · Z00–Z99
- Classification
- WHO ICD-10, 2019 version
Z23.6 in national editions
Countries report with their own edition of ICD-10. Most keep the WHO code and add more specific codes beneath it.
Z23.6Behov for immunisering mot difteri alene
DZ236Kontakt mhp. vaccination mod difteri
Z23.6Kurkkumätärokotuksen tarve (ilman muiden rokotusten tarvetta)
Z23.6Notwendigkeit der Impfung gegen Diphtherie, nicht kombiniert
Z23.6Nécessité d'une vaccination contre la diphtérie seule
Z23.6behoefte aan immunisatie tegen difterie alleen
Based on the World Health Organization’s International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, 10th revision (ICD-10), 2019 version, and the national editions published by each country’s health authority. This page is a reference, not coding advice; follow your national coding rules when you report.
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