Z24.0 is the ICD-10 code for Need for immunization against poliomyelitis. It is a four-character subcategory of Z24 (Need for immunization against certain single viral 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
Z24.0 in national editions
Countries report with their own edition of ICD-10. Most keep the WHO code and add more specific codes beneath it.
Z24.0Behov for immunisering mot poliomyelitt alene
DZ240Kontakt mhp. vaccination mod polio
Z24.0Poliorokotuksen tarve
Z24.0Notwendigkeit der Impfung gegen Poliomyelitis
Z24.0Nécessité d'une vaccination contre la poliomyélite
Z24.0behoefte aan immunisatie tegen poliomyelitis
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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