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R09.3

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Abnormal sputum

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Abnormal characteristics of sputum (mucus coughed up from the lungs), such as unusual color, consistency, or presence of blood.

Coding Tips

  • •Document specific characteristics such as purulent, bloody, or frothy sputum
  • •Code the underlying respiratory condition separately if identified

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

  • blood-stained sputum (R04.2)

Code Hierarchy

└R09Other symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory system└R09.3Abnormal sputum
└R09.3Abnormal sputum

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