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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Chest X-ray

ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Chest X-ray

R91.8

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for abnormal chest x-ray includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Abnormal Chest Radiograph
Abnormal Chest Imaging
Abnormal CXR
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Chest X-ray

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Abnormal Chest X-ray

Use ICD-10 code R91.8 for other nonspecific abnormal findings of lung field, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other nonspecific abnormal findings of lung field

Billable Code
R91.8
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • Presence of nonspecific findings on chest X-ray
coding:
  • No definitive diagnosis available at the time of coding
documentation:
  • Radiologist report must specify findings as nonspecific

Applicable To

  • • Nonspecific lung opacities
  • • Unexplained lung nodules

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the nature of the abnormality and any follow-up actions.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

J18.9

Pneumonia, unspecified organism

Use if pneumonia is confirmed following initial R91.8 coding.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an abnormal chest X-ray?

The ICD-10 code for nonspecific abnormal findings on a chest X-ray is R91.8. It is used when the findings do not lead to a specific diagnosis.

When should R91.8 be used?

Use R91.8 for chest X-rays showing nonspecific findings without a definitive diagnosis. Update the code if further diagnostics confirm a specific condition.

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