R19.8 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Short description for R19.8 ICD 10 code:
Oth symptoms and signs involving the dgstv sys and abdomen
Type 2 excludes for R19.8 ICD 10 code
- symptoms relating to breast (N64.4-N64.5)
Terms applicables to R19.8 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to R19.8 ICD10 Code:
- R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
- R10-R19 Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
- R19 Other symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
R19.8 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about R19.8 ICD 10 code
When you eat, your body breaks food down to a form it can use to build and nourish cells and provide energy. This process is called digestion.
Your digestive system is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube. It runs from your mouth to your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines. Your liver, gallbladder and pancreas are also involved. They produce juices to help digestion.
There are many types of digestive disorders. The symptoms vary widely depending on the problem. In general, you should see your doctor if you have:
- Blood in your stool
- Changes in bowel habits
- Severe abdominal pain
- Unintentional weight loss
- Heartburn not relieved by antacids
NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
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