ICD-10 Code R07.9: Chest pain, unspecified
Symptoms, signs and abnormal findings
ICD-10 code R07.9 identifies unspecified chest pain when no more specific cause or character is documented.
Coding guidance
The R07 category distinguishes pain on breathing (R07.1), precordial pain (R07.2) and other chest pain (R07.89).
Should be replaced by a definitive diagnosis when the underlying cause is identified.
Excludes chest pain attributed to angina pectoris, which is coded under I20.-
Documentation and specificity notes
- Specify chest pain type when documentation supports it.
- Replace with a definitive cardiac or non-cardiac diagnosis once established.
- Supports medical necessity for cardiac workup and imaging.
Related codes
This page provides a general summary for educational purposes and is not a substitute for the official ICD-10-CM code set, the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, or payer policy. Code sets are updated annually, verify against the current official release before billing.
FAQ
ICD-10 R07.9, frequently asked questions questions
- What is ICD-10 code R07.9?
- ICD-10 code R07.9 identifies unspecified chest pain when no more specific cause or character is documented.
- Is R07.9 a billable ICD-10 code?
- Yes. R07.9 is a billable and specific ICD-10-CM code that may be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes, provided documentation supports it.
- What documentation supports R07.9?
- Specify chest pain type when documentation supports it. Replace with a definitive cardiac or non-cardiac diagnosis once established. Supports medical necessity for cardiac workup and imaging.
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