R22
Non-billableLocalized swelling, mass and lump of skin, subcu
Localized swelling, mass and lump of skin and subcutaneous tissue
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
R20-R23
Child Codes
6
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- subcutaneous nodules (localized)(superficial)
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- abnormal findings on antenatal screening of mother (O28.-)
- certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P04-P96)
- signs and symptoms classified in the body system chapters
- signs and symptoms of breast (N63, N64.5)
- symptoms relating to breast (N64.4-N64.5)
Child Codes (6)
R22.0Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
R22.1Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
R22.2Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
R22.3Localized swelling, mass and lump, upper limb
R22.4Localized swelling, mass and lump, lower limb
R22.9Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code R22?
ICD-10-CM code R22 represents "Localized swelling, mass and lump of skin and subcutaneous tissue". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is R22 a billable code?
No, R22 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 6 child codes under R22.
What chapter is R22 in?
R22 is in Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings (codes R00-R99).
What codes cannot be used with R22?
R22 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging (R90-R93); edema (R60.-); enlarged lymph nodes (R59.-); and 2 more.
What are the subcategories under R22?
R22 has 6 child codes, including: R22.0 (Localized swelling, mass and lump, head), R22.1 (Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck), R22.2 (Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk), R22.3 (Localized swelling, mass and lump, upper limb), and 2 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for R22?
R22 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C0495678, C4290275. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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