R79.8
⚠ Non-billable
Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings
Code
R79.8
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code R79.8?
ICD-10-CM code R79.8 represents Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is R79.8 billable?
No. R79.8 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is R79.8 in?
R79.8 belongs to the Symptoms, Signs and Abnormal Clinical and Laboratory Findings chapter (R00–R99) of ICD-10-CM.
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