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R10.A0

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Flank pain, unspecified side

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

What This Code Means

Pain felt on the sides of the abdomen between the ribs and hip, without specifying which side is affected.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when the specific side of flank pain is not documented; if laterality is mentioned, use R10.A1, R10.A2, or R10.A3 instead
  • •Flank pain can indicate kidney stones, kidney infection, or musculoskeletal issues; review clinical documentation for underlying cause

Code Hierarchy

└R10Abdominal and pelvic pain└R10.APain localized to flank└R10.A0Flank pain, unspecified side
└R10.A0Flank pain, unspecified side

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