Hartnup Disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to absorb certain amino acids, leading to various symptoms such as skin rashes, neurological problems, and gastrointestinal disturbances. In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), the specific code for Hartnup Disease is E72.01. This code falls under the category of "Disorders of Amino-Acid Transport and Metabolism."
On the other hand, in the previous version of the classification system, the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision (ICD-9), Hartnup Disease was categorized under code 270.2. This code was classified as "Disorders of amino-acid transport and metabolism" within the broader category of "Other disorders of amino-acid metabolism."
Both ICD-10 and ICD-9 coding systems are widely used in healthcare settings to classify and document medical conditions for billing, research, and statistical purposes. It is important for healthcare professionals to accurately assign these codes to ensure proper identification and management of diseases like Hartnup Disease.
Author: DiseaseMaps Editorial Team
Reviewed against authoritative medical sources (NIH GARD, Orphanet, OMIM)
Last updated: 2023-07-10
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