Abnormal radiologic findings on dx imaging of left kidney

This code signifies the presence of an unexpected or unusual finding identified on an imaging study (e.g., ultrasound, CT, MRI) of the patient's left kidney. These findings are not yet definitively diagnosed as a specific disease but warrant further investigation or monitoring. It indicates an abnormality detected during diagnostic imaging, such as a mass, cyst, hydronephrosis, or calcification, specifically located in the left kidney.

Use this code when diagnostic imaging of the left kidney reveals an abnormal finding that is not yet characterized by a more specific diagnosis. This is appropriate when the radiologist's report identifies a finding requiring follow-up but does not provide a definitive pathological or etiological diagnosis. Documentation should clearly state an abnormal finding on imaging of the left kidney without a more specific diagnostic code available.

• Do not use this code if a more specific diagnosis for the left kidney abnormality is known (e.g., N20.0 for calculus of kidney).
• Always sequence this code after any definitive signs or symptoms that prompted the imaging study.
• Ensure the imaging report explicitly states "left kidney" and describes the finding as abnormal or indeterminate.