Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM R70 is the diagnosis code for Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and abnormality of plasma viscosity. This code falls under the section "Abnormal findings on examination of blood, without diagnosis" 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.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where R70 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, R70 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
R70 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and abnormality of plasma viscosity". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
R70 is located in Section R70-R79 — "Abnormal findings on examination of blood, without diagnosis" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
R70 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: R70.0, R70.1.
Use R70 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and abnormality of plasma viscosity" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and abnormality of plasma viscosity is R70.
No, R70 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
R70 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, R70 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.