ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R43.8
Other disturbances of smell and taste
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R43.8
Inclusion Terms
Mixed disturbance of smell and taste
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code R43.8 (Other disturbances of smell and taste)
ICD-10-CM code R43.8 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM R43.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R43.8 - Other disturbances of smell and taste. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Other disturbances of smell and taste.