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R85.7

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Abnormal histological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity

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

What This Code Means

A tissue biopsy from the digestive system or abdominal area shows abnormal cell structure or organization under microscopic examination.

Coding Tips

  • •This code is for histological (tissue biopsy) findings, not cytological (cell) findings; ensure correct specimen type is documented
  • •Specify the organ or site biopsied and the nature of the abnormality for clinical clarity

Code Hierarchy

└R85Abnormal findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity└R85.7Abnormal histological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity
└R85.7Abnormal histological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity

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