ICD10 code: R95
ICD9 code: 798.0
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a tragic and devastating condition that affects infants, typically occurring during sleep. In the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), the specific code for SIDS is R95. This code is used to classify cases where the cause of death cannot be determined even after a thorough investigation, and SIDS is suspected.
In the previous version of the classification system, ICD-9, SIDS was classified under code 798.0. This code was utilized to identify cases where the cause of death remained unidentified, and SIDS was suspected as a probable cause.
It is important to note that the ICD-10 system provides more detailed and specific codes compared to the older ICD-9 version. This allows for better tracking, analysis, and understanding of various health conditions, including SIDS. The transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 has been beneficial in improving accuracy and efficiency in medical coding and data collection, aiding in research and healthcare planning.