R82.91
Billable

Other chromoabnormalities of urine

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other chromoabnormalities of urine?

ICD-10-CM R82.91 is the diagnosis code for Other chromoabnormalities of urine. 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 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 R82.91

✅ This Code Includes

  • Chromoconversion (dipstick)
  • Idiopathic dipstick converts positive for blood with no cellular forms in sediment

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R82.91. They are mutually exclusive:

  • hemoglobinuria (R82.3)
  • myoglobinuria (R82.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R82.91 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R82.91 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, R82.91 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does R82.91 mean?

R82.91 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other chromoabnormalities of urine". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R82.91?

The parent code of R82.91 is R82.9 ("Other and unspecified abnormal findings in urine"). R82.91 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R82.91 in?

R82.91 is located in Section R80-R82 — "Abnormal findings on examination of urine, without diagnosis" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use R82.91?

Use R82.91 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other chromoabnormalities of urine" 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 chromoabnormalities of urine?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other chromoabnormalities of urine is R82.91.

Can R82.91 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, R82.91 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is R82.91 in?

R82.91 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R82.91?

Type 1 Excludes for R82.91 include: hemoglobinuria (R82.3); myoglobinuria (R82.1).

Is R82.91 valid for 2026?

Yes, R82.91 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
R82.91
Other chromoabnormalities of urine
Billable / 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