R10.8
Non-Billable

Other abdominal pain

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other abdominal pain?

ICD-10-CM R10.8 is the diagnosis code for Other abdominal pain. This code falls under the section "Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen" 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.

Coding Guidelines for R10.8

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.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R10.8 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
R10.81Abdominal tendernessNon-BillableR10.811Right upper quadrant abdominal tendernessBillableR10.812Left upper quadrant abdominal tendernessBillableR10.813Right lower quadrant abdominal tendernessBillableR10.814Left lower quadrant abdominal tendernessBillableR10.815Periumbilic abdominal tendernessBillableR10.816Epigastric abdominal tendernessBillableR10.817Generalized abdominal tendernessBillableR10.819Abdominal tenderness, unspecified siteBillableR10.82Rebound abdominal tendernessNon-BillableR10.821Right upper quadrant rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.822Left upper quadrant rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.823Right lower quadrant rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.824Left lower quadrant rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.825Periumbilic rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.826Epigastric rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.827Generalized rebound abdominal tendernessBillableR10.829Rebound abdominal tenderness, unspecified siteBillableR10.83ColicBillableR10.84Generalized abdominal painBillableR10.85Abdominal pain of multiple sitesBillableR10.8AFlank tendernessNon-BillableR10.8A1Right flank tendernessBillableR10.8A2Left flank tendernessBillableR10.8A3Suprapubic tendernessBillableR10.8A9Flank tenderness, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R10.8 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, R10.8 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does R10.8 mean?

R10.8 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other abdominal pain". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R10.8?

The parent code of R10.8 is R10 ("Abdominal and pelvic pain"). R10.8 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R10.8 in?

R10.8 is located in Section R10-R19 — "Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of R10.8?

R10.8 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: R10.81, R10.82, R10.83, R10.84, R10.85 and more.

When should I use R10.8?

Use R10.8 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other abdominal pain" 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 Other abdominal pain?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other abdominal pain is R10.8.

Can R10.8 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, R10.8 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is R10.8 in?

R10.8 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is R10.8 valid for 2026?

Yes, R10.8 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
R10.8
Other abdominal pain
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R10-R19 — Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
2026 ICD-10-CM