R10.11 – Right upper quadrant pain

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R10.11 diagnosis code: Right upper quadrant pain Is the R10.11 billable?Clinical information Synonyms include Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for quadrant pain FAQS

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R10.11 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code used for billing and diagnosis in medical reports.
This code refers to right upper quadrant pain, which generally indicates discomfort in the upper right section of the abdomen.
This region includes parts of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, small intestine, and right kidney, meaning that pain could signal issues with any of these organs in the upper quadrant of the digestive system.
It's important to note that this is a non-specific code that only denotes the location and presence of pain, not its cause. This falls under the category of symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified, specifically those symptoms and signs involving abdominal and pelvic pain.

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Is the R10.11 billable?

Yes, R10.11 is a billable code. This means it can be used for medical billing purposes to specify a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim for upper quadrant abdominal pain.

Clinical information

Right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain is common in many clinical situations, especially in relation to upper abdominal pain.
It is often related to liver, gallbladder, or bile duct problems but could also be due to conditions affecting other parts of the abdominal region.
The pain can range from dull and constant to sharp and sporadic.
Additional symptoms like fever, nausea, or jaundice can offer clues to the underlying condition. Abnormal clinical and laboratory findings needs further evaluation.
Diagnosing the cause often involves imaging tests, lab work, or possibly exploratory surgery, particularly when pain is in an unspecified site or the upper quadrant abdominal area.