R87.62
Non-Billable

Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina?

ICD-10-CM R87.62 is the diagnosis code for Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina. This code falls under the section "Abnormal findings on examination of other body fluids, substances and tissues, 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
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for R87.62

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R87.62. They are mutually exclusive:

  • abnormal cytological findings in specimens from cervix uteri (R87.61-)
  • abnormal cytological findings in specimens from other female genital organs (R87.69)
  • carcinoma in situ of vagina (histologically confirmed) (D07.2)
  • vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia I [VAIN I] (N89.0)
  • vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia II [VAIN II] (N89.1)
  • vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia III [VAIN III] (D07.2)
  • dysplasia (mild) (moderate) of vagina (histologically confirmed) (N89.-)
  • severe dysplasia of vagina (histologically confirmed) (D07.2)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in R87.62. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • vaginal high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive (R87.811)
  • vaginal low risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive (R87.821)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R87.62 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
R87.620Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of vagina (ASC-US)BillableR87.621Atypical squamous cells cannot exclude high grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of vagina (ASC-H)BillableR87.622Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of vagina (LGSIL)BillableR87.623High grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of vagina (HGSIL)BillableR87.624Cytologic evidence of malignancy on smear of vaginaBillableR87.625Unsatisfactory cytologic smear of vaginaBillableR87.628Other abnormal cytological findings on specimens from vaginaBillableR87.629Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vaginaBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R87.62 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, R87.62 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does R87.62 mean?

R87.62 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R87.62?

The parent code of R87.62 is R87.6 ("Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from female genital organs"). R87.62 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R87.62 in?

R87.62 is located in Section R83-R89 — "Abnormal findings on examination of other body fluids, substances and tissues, without diagnosis" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of R87.62?

R87.62 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: R87.620, R87.621, R87.622, R87.623, R87.624 and more.

When should I use R87.62?

Use R87.62 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina" 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 cytological findings in specimens from vagina?

The ICD-10-CM code for Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina is R87.62.

Can R87.62 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, R87.62 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is R87.62 in?

R87.62 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R87.62?

Type 1 Excludes for R87.62 include: abnormal cytological findings in specimens from cervix uteri (R87.61-); abnormal cytological findings in specimens from other female genital organs (R87.69); carcinoma in situ of vagina (histologically confirmed) (D07.2) and more.

Is R87.62 valid for 2026?

Yes, R87.62 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousR87.619Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from cervix uteriNext →R87.620Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of vagina (ASC-US)
Code Details
R87.62
Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R83-R89 — Abnormal findings on examination of other body fluids, substances and tissues, without diagnosis
2026 ICD-10-CM