Abn radlgc find on dx imaging renal pelv, ureter, or blddr

This code indicates the presence of abnormal findings identified during diagnostic imaging (e.g., X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound) of the renal pelvis, ureters, or bladder. These findings are non-specific and require further investigation to determine a definitive diagnosis. It signifies an abnormal imaging result without a specific disease identified.

Use this code when imaging reports describe abnormalities such as hydronephrosis, ureteral dilation, bladder wall thickening, or filling defects in the renal pelvis, ureter, or bladder, but a definitive diagnosis (e.g., calculus, tumor) has not yet been established. Documentation must clearly state abnormal findings in one of these specified anatomical areas from a diagnostic imaging study.

• Do not use this code if a more specific diagnosis for the abnormal finding is already known and documented (e.g., N20.0 for renal calculus).
• This code is often used as a primary diagnosis when the abnormal finding is the reason for the encounter, or as a secondary diagnosis when further workup is planned.
• Ensure the imaging report explicitly mentions the renal pelvis, ureter, or bladder as the location of the abnormality.