ICD Code R46.89
ICD code R46.89 is used to identify other specified symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior in medical records.
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What is ICD diagnosis code R46.89
ICD code R46.89 is other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior.
When to use ICD code R46.89
1. Presence of abnormal or unusual behavior not otherwise classified
2. Observation of symptoms that do not fit into more specific diagnostic categories
3. Manifestation of signs such as confusion, agitation, or odd conduct without a clear underlying cause
4. Documentation of behavioral changes that are clinically significant but lack a definitive diagnosis
5. Use when other mental, behavioral, or neurodevelopmental disorders have been ruled out
6. Presentation of symptoms that require further evaluation or monitoring for potential underlying conditions
Billable CPT codes for ICD code R46.89
Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code R46.89 include:
- 99202–99215 (Office or other outpatient evaluation and management services)
- 90791, 90792 (Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation)
- 96130–96133 (Psychological testing evaluation services)
- 96136–96139 (Psychological or neuropsychological test administration and scoring)
- 90832, 90834, 90837 (Psychotherapy services)
- 99401–99404 (Preventive medicine counseling and/or risk factor reduction intervention)
Always confirm CPT code selection based on specific clinical documentation and payer guidelines.
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