Abnormal immunological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity
ICD-10 R85.4 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of abnormal immunological findings in specimens from digestive organs and abdominal cavity.
R85.4 is used to classify abnormal immunological findings in specimens obtained from the digestive organs and abdominal cavity. These findings may include abnormal levels of immunoglobulins, autoantibodies, or other immune markers that indicate an underlying pathological process. Such abnormalities can arise from various conditions, including autoimmune diseases, infections, malignancies, or inflammatory processes affecting the gastrointestinal tract. The clinical significance of these findings often necessitates further investigation to determine the underlying cause, which may involve additional laboratory tests, imaging studies, or biopsies. Accurate coding of R85.4 requires a thorough understanding of the patient's clinical context and the specific immunological tests performed, as well as the interpretation of results in relation to the patient's symptoms and medical history.
Detailed patient history, laboratory results, and correlation with clinical findings.
Patients presenting with unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms and abnormal immunological test results.
Ensure that the documentation clearly states the relationship between the abnormal findings and the patient's symptoms.
Acute care documentation including immediate lab results and clinical assessments.
Patients with acute abdominal pain and abnormal immunological findings requiring urgent evaluation.
Document the urgency of the findings and any immediate interventions taken.
Used when testing for specific immunological markers related to digestive disorders.
Document the specific antibodies tested and the clinical rationale for testing.
Ensure that the specialty performing the test is noted, as it may affect coding.
R85.4 is associated with various immunological tests, including those for autoantibodies, immunoglobulin levels, and specific antigen tests related to digestive organ conditions.
