Z55: Problems related to education and literacy
Z55.2: Failed examinations
Failed examination is a status, not a medical condition, indicated by code Z55.2 in the ICD-10 WHO 2016 classification. It is used to note that an individual did not pass an academic or formal examination. This context could be part of a larger picture of an individual's developmental, emotional, or psychological health. However, failing an examination, on its own, is not indicative of a specific medical diagnosis. In healthcare settings, it can be used in discussions about stress, anxiety, learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or other related conditions that might affect an individual's academic performance. It is strictly an informational code and signifies that the patient's overall health may need to be evaluated in light of this failure.
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