Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
English
|
Subclinical iodine-deficiency hypothyroidism |
French
|
Hypothyroïdie par carence inapparente en iode |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IV | Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases | |
| 2 | E00-E07 | Disorders of thyroid gland | |
| 3 | E02 | Subclinical iodine-deficiency hypothyroidism |
| Active Ingredient | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine |
Levothyroxine sodium is used for the treatment of hypothyroidism. The chief action of levothyroxine is to increase the rate of cell metabolism. |
