R93.89: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
R93.89, abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 7 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 23 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0278 (Iliac and/or femoral artery angiography, non-selective…), C8925 (Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or…), C8926 (Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or…). The articles come from 4 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with R93.89 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G0278 | Iliac and/or femoral artery angiography, non-selective, bilateral or ipsilateral to catheter insertion, performed at the same time as cardiac catheterization and/or coronary angiography, includes positioning or placement of the catheter in the distal aorta or ipsilateral femoral or iliac artery, injection of dye, production of permanent images, and radiologic supervision and interpretation (list separately in addition to primary procedure) | Carrier judgment | — | 3 |
| C8925 | Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, real time with image documentation (2d) (with or without m-mode recording); including probe placement, image acquisition, interpretation and report | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8926 | Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, for congenital cardiac anomalies; including probe placement, image acquisition, interpretation and report | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8927 | Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, for monitoring purposes, including probe placement, real time 2-dimensional image acquisition and interpretation leading to ongoing (continuous) assessment of (dynamically changing) cardiac pumping function and to therapeutic measures on an immediate time basis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| G0269 | Placement of occlusive device into either a venous or arterial access site, post surgical or interventional procedure (e.g., angioseal plug, vascular plug) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8900 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8901 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8902 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8909 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8910 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8911 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8912 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8913 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8914 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8918 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8919 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8920 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8931 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8932 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8933 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8934 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, upper extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8935 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, upper extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8936 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, upper extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
Medicare policy articles listing R93.89
- A56809: Billing and Coding: Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) (CGS Administrators, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 3 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33579, L34337, L35016
- A56500: Billing and Coding: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography (CGS Administrators, LLC (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 2 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33557, L33959
- A52850: Billing and Coding: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 2 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33557, L33959
- A52868: Billing and Coding: Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 3 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33579, L34337, L35016
- A56747: Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 18 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33633, L34372, L34865
- A56775: Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 18 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34424
- A57056: Billing and Coding: Aortography and Peripheral Angiography (First Coast Service Options, Inc. (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L36767
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other R93 diagnoses (Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other body structures)
- R93.0 — Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not…
- R93.1 — Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary…
- R93.5 — Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other abdominal regions…
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover R93.89 (Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified…)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 7 Medicare billing and coding articles list R93.89 as a covered diagnosis for 23 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 R93.89?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0278 (Iliac and/or femoral artery angiography, non-selective…, 3 articles); C8925 (Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or…, 2 articles); C8926 (Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or…, 2 articles); C8927 (Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or…, 2 articles); G0269 (Placement of occlusive device into either a venous or…, 2 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
Which Medicare policy articles list R93.89?
A56809 (Billing and Coding: Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)); A56500 (Billing and Coding: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography); A52850 (Billing and Coding: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography), and 4 more articles.
What is ICD-10-CM code R93.89?
R93.89 is the ICD-10-CM code for abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures, in category R93 (Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other body structures), chapter 18: Symptoms, signs and abnormal findings.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under G0278
- Watch G0278 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for G0278
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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