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R88.8

Billable

Abnormal findings in other body fluids and substances

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

What This Code Means

Unusual or abnormal findings detected in body fluids or substances other than those specifically classified elsewhere.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when the specific abnormality is not captured by more specific R88 codes
  • •Document which body fluid or substance was tested and what the abnormal finding was

Code Hierarchy

└R88Abnormal findings in other body fluids and substances└R88.8Abnormal findings in other body fluids and substances
└R88.8Abnormal findings in other body fluids and substances

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