R85.6
Non-billableAbnormal cytolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav
Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity
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 peritoneal fluid
- abnormal findings in saliva
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
- •cloudy peritoneal dialysis effluentR88.0
- •fecal abnormalitiesR19.5
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 (2)
Related Codes(9)
R85.0Abn lev enzymes in specimens from dgstv org/abd cav
R85.1Abn lev hormones in specimens from dgstv org/abd cav
R85.2Abn lev drug/meds/biol subst in specmn fr dgstv org/abd cav
R85.3Abn lev substnc nonmed source in specmn fr dgstv org/abd cav
R85.4Abnormal immunolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav
R85.5Abn microbiolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav
R85.7Abnormal histolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav
R85.8Oth abnormal findings in specimens from dgstv org/abd cav
R85.9Unsp abnormal finding in specimens from dgstv org/abd cav
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(4)
UMLS
- Abnormal cytolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cavC0476523
- Abnormal cytologic finding in specimen from digestive organ and abdominal cavityC0476523
- Abnormal cytologic finding in specimen from digestive organ and abdominal cavity (navigational concept)C0476523
- Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavityC0476523
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for abnormal cytolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav?
The ICD-10-CM code for abnormal cytolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav is R85.6. The full clinical description is "Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity". R85.6 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code R85.6 mean?
ICD-10-CM code R85.6 represents “Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity”. 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 R85.6 a billable code?
No, R85.6 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 R85.6.
What chapter is R85.6 in?
R85.6 is in Chapter 18: Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings (codes R00-R99).
What codes cannot be used with R85.6?
R85.6 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; cloudy peritoneal dialysis effluent (R88.0); and 1 more.
What are the subcategories under R85.6?
R85.6 has 2 child codes, including: R85.61 (Abnormal cytologic smear of anus), R85.69 (Abn cytolog findings in specmn from oth dgstv org/abd cav).
What are the UMLS CUIs for R85.6?
R85.6 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0476523. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does R85.6 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like abnormal cytolog findings in specmn from dgstv org/abd cav 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 R85.6?
R85.6 maps to the ICD-11 code: ME20.6 (Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity).
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