R80
Non-Billable

Proteinuria

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Proteinuria?

ICD-10-CM R80 is the diagnosis code for Proteinuria. This code falls under the section "Abnormal findings on examination of urine, 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for R80

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R80. They are mutually exclusive:

  • gestational proteinuria (O12.1-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R80 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
R80.0Isolated proteinuriaBillableR80.1Persistent proteinuria, unspecifiedBillableR80.2Orthostatic proteinuria, unspecifiedBillableR80.3Bence Jones proteinuriaBillableR80.8Other proteinuriaBillableR80.9Proteinuria, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R80 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, R80 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does R80 mean?

R80 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Proteinuria". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is R80 in?

R80 is located in Section R80-R82 — "Abnormal findings on examination of urine, without diagnosis" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of R80?

R80 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: R80.0, R80.1, R80.2, R80.3, R80.8 and more.

When should I use R80?

Use R80 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Proteinuria" 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 Proteinuria?

The ICD-10-CM code for Proteinuria is R80.

Can R80 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, R80 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is R80 in?

R80 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R80?

Type 1 Excludes for R80 include: gestational proteinuria (O12.1-).

Is R80 valid for 2026?

Yes, R80 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
R80
Proteinuria
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R80-R82 — Abnormal findings on examination of urine, without diagnosis
2026 ICD-10-CM