ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R84.5
Abnormal microbiological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R84.5
colonization status (Z22.-)
Positive culture findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code R84.5 (Abnormal microbiological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax)
ICD-10-CM code R84.5 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 R84.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R84.5 - Abnormal microbiological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax. 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 Abnormal microbiological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax.