R89
Non-billableAbnormal findings in specimens from oth org/tiss
Abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- abnormal findings in nipple discharge
- abnormal findings in synovial fluid
- abnormal findings in wound secretions
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- •abnormal findings on antenatal screening of motherO28
- diagnostic abnormal findings classified elsewhere - see Alphabetical Index
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- •abnormal findings on antenatal screening of motherO28
- •certain conditions originating in the perinatal periodP04-P96
- signs and symptoms classified in the body system chapters
- •signs and symptoms of breast,N63, N64.5
- •abnormal findings on examination of blood, without diagnosisR70-R79
- •abnormal findings on examination of urine, without diagnosisR80-R82
- •abnormal tumor markersR97
Child Codes (10)
R89.0Abnormal level of enzymes in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.1Abnormal level of hormones in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.2Abn lev drug/meds/biol subst in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.3Abn lev substnc nonmed source in specmn from oth org/tiss
R89.4Abnormal immunolog findings in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.5Abnormal microbiolog findings in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.6Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.7Abnormal histolog findings in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.8Oth abnormal findings in specimens from oth org/tiss
R89.9Unsp abnormal finding in specimens from oth org/tiss
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for abnormal findings in specimens from oth org/tiss?
The ICD-10-CM code for abnormal findings in specimens from oth org/tiss is R89. The full clinical description is "Abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues". R89 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code R89 mean?
ICD-10-CM code R89 represents “Abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues”. It is classified under Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is R89 a billable code?
No, R89 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 10 child codes under R89.
What chapter is R89 in?
R89 is in Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings (codes R00-R99).
What codes cannot be used with R89?
R89 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: abnormal findings on antenatal screening of mother (O28.-); diagnostic abnormal findings classified elsewhere - see Alphabetical Index.
What are the subcategories under R89?
R89 has 10 child codes, including: R89.0 (Abnormal level of enzymes in specimens from oth org/tiss), R89.1 (Abnormal level of hormones in specimens from oth org/tiss), R89.2 (Abn lev drug/meds/biol subst in specimens from oth org/tiss), R89.3 (Abn lev substnc nonmed source in specmn from oth org/tiss), and 6 more.
What are the UMLS CUIs for R89?
R89 is linked to 4 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C0495773, C4290285, C4290286, C4290287. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does R89 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like abnormal findings in specimens from oth org/tiss affect a person's functioning — body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of R89?
R89 maps to the ICD-11 code: MG6Y (Other specified clinical findings in specimens from other specified organs, systems and tissues).
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