The ICD-10 is a set of guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of illness in the United States. The guidelines are intended to assist physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and patients in making appropriate decisions about medical care.

ICD-10 is not a clinical or diagnostic tool itself, but it is intended for use by healthcare professionals in making diagnoses and decisions about patients. It is not intended for general use by patients or for patients who are not physicians.

How does ICD-10 work?

The ICD-10 guidelines are based on the medical and social knowledge and experience of physicians, which are incorporated into the guidelines as appropriate.