R01
Non-Billable

Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds?

ICD-10-CM R01 is the diagnosis code for Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds. This code falls under the section "Symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems" within Chapter 18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for R01

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R01. They are mutually exclusive:

  • cardiac murmurs and sounds originating in the perinatal period (P29.8)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R01 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
R01.0Benign and innocent cardiac murmursBillableR01.1Cardiac murmur, unspecifiedBillableR01.2Other cardiac soundsBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R01 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, R01 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does R01 mean?

R01 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is R01 in?

R01 is located in Section R00-R09 — "Symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of R01?

R01 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: R01.0, R01.1, R01.2.

When should I use R01?

Use R01 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds is R01.

Can R01 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, R01 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is R01 in?

R01 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R01?

Type 1 Excludes for R01 include: cardiac murmurs and sounds originating in the perinatal period (P29.8).

Is R01 valid for 2026?

Yes, R01 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
R01
Cardiac murmurs and other cardiac sounds
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R00-R09 — Symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
2026 ICD-10-CM