R79.83
Billable

Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level

Billable / Specific Code

What is Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level?

ICD-10-CM R79.83 is the diagnosis code for Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level. 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 billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for R79.83

✅ This Code Includes

  • Homocysteinemia

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R79.83. They are mutually exclusive:

  • disorders of amino-acid metabolism (E70-E72)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R79.83 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R79.83 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, R79.83 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does R79.83 mean?

R79.83 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R79.83?

The parent code of R79.83 is R79.8 ("Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry"). R79.83 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R79.83 in?

R79.83 is located in Section R70-R79 — "Abnormal findings on examination of blood, without diagnosis" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use R79.83?

Use R79.83 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level" 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 Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level?

The ICD-10-CM code for Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level is R79.83.

Can R79.83 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, R79.83 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is R79.83 in?

R79.83 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R79.83?

Type 1 Excludes for R79.83 include: disorders of amino-acid metabolism (E70-E72).

Is R79.83 valid for 2026?

Yes, R79.83 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
R79.83
Abnormal findings of blood amino-acid level
Billable / Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R70-R79 — Abnormal findings on examination of blood, without diagnosis
2026 ICD-10-CM