Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

This code signifies an abnormal laboratory result from a blood chemistry panel where the specific nature of the abnormality is not documented or is unknown. It indicates that a blood test revealed a deviation from normal ranges, but the precise chemical component affected (e.g., electrolytes, enzymes, glucose) or the specific value is not specified.

Use this code when documentation indicates an "abnormal blood chemistry" or "unspecified abnormal lab finding" without further detail regarding the specific analyte or the clinical significance. This is typically a last resort when more specific codes for abnormal blood chemistry findings (e.g., abnormal glucose, abnormal electrolytes) cannot be assigned due to insufficient documentation.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific abnormal blood chemistry finding is documented.
• Query the provider for clarification if the documentation states "abnormal blood work" but lacks specificity.
• This code is often used as a secondary diagnosis when the primary diagnosis is the condition causing the abnormal finding or the reason for the blood test.