ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision)

ICD-10, or the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, is a global system developed by the World Health Organization to categorize and code health conditions, diseases, and related issues. It provides a standardized way for healthcare providers, researchers, and insurers to record and report health information accurately. Each diagnosis has a specific alphanumeric code, which helps ensure consistency across countries and systems, facilitates statistical analysis, guides treatment decisions, and supports health policy planning. In essence, ICD-10 helps organize medical knowledge and data to improve healthcare quality and management worldwide.