R91
Non-billableAbnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung
Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung
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
- nonspecific abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging by computerized axial tomography [CAT scan]
- nonspecific abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging by magnetic resonance imaging [MRI][NMR]
- nonspecific abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging by positron emission tomography [PET scan]
- nonspecific abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging by thermography
- nonspecific abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging by ultrasound [echogram]
- nonspecific abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging by X-ray examination
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
Child Codes (2)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
View full mappingCorresponding ICD-11 codes from the WHO crosswalk mapping
Also Known As / Clinical Terms(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung?
The ICD-10-CM code for abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung is R91. The full clinical description is "Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung". R91 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code R91 mean?
ICD-10-CM code R91 represents “Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung”. 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 R91 a billable code?
No, R91 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under R91.
What chapter is R91 in?
R91 is in Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings (codes R00-R99).
What codes cannot be used with R91?
R91 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 R91?
R91 has 2 child codes, including: R91.1 (Solitary pulmonary nodule), R91.8 (Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field).
What are the UMLS CUIs for R91?
R91 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0495786. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does R91 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of lung 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 R91?
R91 maps to the ICD-11 code: MD41 (Clinical findings on diagnostic imaging of lung).
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