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Chapter 18: Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
R50-R69

General symptoms and signs

Explore the ICD-10 code range R50-R69 for general symptoms and signs, essential for accurate medical documentation and coding specificity. Enhance clinical workflows by understanding these codes, which cover fever, malaise, fatigue, and other non-specific symptoms. Ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to optimize patient records and ensure precise billing.

About This Range
88+
Total codes
68+
Billable codes
20+
Non-billable codes
18
Chapters
Codes in this Range (88+)
Chapter 18: Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified Range: R00-R99
R50
Fever of other and unknown origin
R50.2
Drug induced fever
Billable
R50.8
Other specified fever
R50.81
Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere
Billable
R50.82
Postprocedural fever
Billable
R50.83
Postvaccination fever
Billable
R50.84
Febrile nonhemolytic transfusion reaction
Billable
R50.9
Fever, unspecified
Billable
R51
Headache
R51.0
Headache with orthostatic component, not elsewhere classified
Billable
R51.9
Headache, unspecified
Billable
R52
Pain, unspecified
Billable
R53
Malaise and fatigue
R53.0
Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue
Billable
R53.1
Weakness
Billable
R53.2
Functional quadriplegia
Billable
R53.8
Other malaise and fatigue
R53.81
Other malaise
Billable
R53.82
Chronic fatigue, unspecified
Billable
R53.83
Other fatigue
Billable
R54
Age-related physical debility
Billable
R55
Syncope and collapse
Billable
R56
Convulsions, not elsewhere classified
R56.0
Febrile convulsions
R56.00
Simple febrile convulsions
Billable
R56.01
Complex febrile convulsions
Billable
R56.1
Post traumatic seizures
Billable
R56.9
Unspecified convulsions
Billable
R57
Shock, not elsewhere classified
R57.0
Cardiogenic shock
Billable
R57.1
Hypovolemic shock
Billable
R57.8
Other shock
Billable
R57.9
Shock, unspecified
Billable
R58
Hemorrhage, not elsewhere classified
Billable
R59
Enlarged lymph nodes
R59.0
Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Billable
R59.1
Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
Billable
R59.9
Enlarged lymph nodes, unspecified
Billable
R60
Edema, not elsewhere classified
R60.0
Localized edema
Billable
R60.1
Generalized edema
Billable
R60.9
Edema, unspecified
Billable
R61
Generalized hyperhidrosis
Billable
R62
Lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood and adults
R62.0
Delayed milestone in childhood
Billable
R62.5
Other and unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
R62.50
Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Billable
R62.51
Failure to thrive (child)
Billable
R62.52
Short stature (child)
Billable
R62.59
Other lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Billable
R62.7
Adult failure to thrive
Billable
R63
Symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
R63.0
Anorexia
Billable
R63.1
Polydipsia
Billable
R63.2
Polyphagia
Billable
R63.3
Feeding difficulties
R63.30
Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Billable
R63.31
Pediatric feeding disorder, acute
Billable
R63.32
Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Billable
R63.39
Other feeding difficulties
Billable
R63.4
Abnormal weight loss
Billable
R63.5
Abnormal weight gain
Billable
R63.6
Underweight
Billable
R63.8
Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Billable
R64
Cachexia
Billable
R65
Symptoms and signs specifically associated with systemic inflammation and infection
R65.1
Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) of non-infectious origin
R65.10
Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) of non-infectious origin without acute organ dysfunction
Billable
R65.11
Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) of non-infectious origin with acute organ dysfunction
Billable
R65.2
Severe sepsis
R65.20
Severe sepsis without septic shock
Billable
R65.21
Severe sepsis with septic shock
Billable
R68
Other general symptoms and signs
R68.0
Hypothermia, not associated with low environmental temperature
Billable
R68.1
Nonspecific symptoms peculiar to infancy
R68.11
Excessive crying of infant (baby)
Billable
R68.12
Fussy infant (baby)
Billable
R68.13
Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
Billable
R68.19
Other nonspecific symptoms peculiar to infancy
Billable
R68.2
Dry mouth, unspecified
Billable
R68.3
Clubbing of fingers
Billable
R68.8
Other general symptoms and signs
R68.81
Early satiety
Billable
R68.82
Decreased libido
Billable
R68.83
Chills (without fever)
Billable
R68.84
Jaw pain
Billable
R68.89
Other general symptoms and signs
Billable
R69
Illness, unspecified
Billable

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common general symptoms associated with ICD-10 code R50-R69?

The ICD-10 code range R50-R69 covers general symptoms such as fever, malaise, fatigue, and other unspecified symptoms. These can be indicative of various underlying conditions and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.

How is fever categorized under ICD-10 code R50?

Fever is categorized under ICD-10 code R50, which includes unspecified fever, fever of unknown origin, and persistent fever. Accurate diagnosis often requires further investigation to determine the underlying cause.

When should I seek medical attention for general symptoms like fatigue and malaise?

If you experience persistent fatigue and malaise, which are part of ICD-10 code R53, it is important to seek medical attention. These symptoms can be signs of various health issues and require professional evaluation to determine the appropriate treatment.

General symptoms and signs