Nonspecific abnormal results of function study of liver

This code signifies abnormal findings from tests evaluating liver function that are not specific enough to diagnose a particular liver disease. It indicates that liver function is impaired or atypical, but the precise cause or nature of the dysfunction remains undetermined.

Assign this code when laboratory or imaging studies (e.g., LFTs, liver scans) show abnormal results related to liver function, but the physician's documentation does not specify a definitive diagnosis for the underlying liver condition. This is often used as a preliminary finding while further diagnostic workup is pending.

• Do not use this code if a more specific diagnosis for the liver condition is documented (e.g., hepatitis, cirrhosis).
• Always sequence this code after any definitive liver diagnoses, if applicable, or as a primary diagnosis when the abnormal finding is the reason for the encounter and no specific diagnosis is yet established.
• Review the entire medical record for any subsequent documentation that clarifies the cause of the abnormal liver function, which would necessitate a more specific code.