Z23.7 is the ICD-10 code for Need for immunization against pertussis 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
Z23.7 in national editions
Countries report with their own edition of ICD-10. Most keep the WHO code and add more specific codes beneath it.
Z23.7Behov for immunisering mot kikhoste alene
DZ237Kontakt mhp. vaccination mod kighoste
Z23.7Hinkuyskärokotuksen tarve (ilman muiden rokotusten tarvetta)
Z23.7Notwendigkeit der Impfung gegen Keuchhusten [Pertussis], nicht kombiniert
Z23.7Nécessité d'une vaccination contre la coqueluche seule
Z23.7behoefte aan immunisatie tegen kinkhoest 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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