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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Left Upper Quadrant Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Left Upper Quadrant Pain

R10.12

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for left upper quadrant pain includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
LUQ Pain
Left Upper Abdominal Pain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Left Upper Quadrant Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left Upper Quadrant Pain

Use ICD-10 code R10.12 for left upper quadrant pain, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Left upper quadrant pain

Billable Code
R10.12
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Pain localized to the left upper quadrant without a specific diagnosis

Applicable To

  • • Localized pain in the left upper quadrant

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location and characteristics of the pain.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.83

Rebound tenderness

Use when physical exam reveals rebound tenderness in the LUQ.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for left upper quadrant pain?

The ICD-10 code for left upper quadrant pain is R10.12, used when the pain is localized to the LUQ without a specific diagnosis.

When should R10.12 be used instead of a specific diagnosis code?

Use R10.12 when the patient presents with LUQ pain and no specific diagnosis has been confirmed through imaging or lab tests.

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