Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
ICD-10 R84.6 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax.
R84.6 is used to classify abnormal cytological findings in specimens obtained from respiratory organs and the thorax. This code encompasses a variety of abnormal results from cytological examinations, which may include atypical cells, neoplastic changes, or other cellular abnormalities detected in samples such as sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage, or pleural fluid. These findings can indicate a range of conditions, from benign processes to malignancies, and may necessitate further diagnostic evaluation or intervention. The clinical context is crucial, as abnormal cytological findings can be associated with infections, inflammatory diseases, or neoplastic processes, and the interpretation of these findings often requires correlation with clinical symptoms and imaging studies. Accurate coding is essential for appropriate patient management and reimbursement.
Detailed clinical history, indication for cytology, and correlation with imaging studies.
Patients presenting with respiratory symptoms and abnormal cytology results.
Ensure that the clinical context is well-documented to support the findings.
Acute care documentation including reason for cytology and immediate clinical findings.
Acute respiratory distress with abnormal cytology results.
Rapid assessment and documentation of findings are critical in emergency settings.
When cytological examination is performed on respiratory specimens.
Document the type of specimen and findings.
Ensure that the procedure is clearly linked to the diagnosis.
R84.6 includes cytological specimens from sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage, and pleural fluid, among others, that show abnormal findings.
