ICD-10 R87.629
Billable / SpecificUnspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina
About ICD-10-CM R87.629
ICD-10-CM code R87.629 represents Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from vagina. This is a billable/specific code in the Symptoms, Signs, and Abnormal Findings chapter (block R87). The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM R87.629 became effective on October 1, 2025.
Inclusion Terms / Approximate Synonyms
Clinical terms and conditions classified under R87.629. Per CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular 2026.
- Abnormal Papanicolaou smear of vagina NOS
- Abnormal thin preparation smear of vagina NOS
- Abnormal vaginal cytology NOS
- Atypical endocervical cells of vagina NOS
- Atypical endometrial cells of vagina NOS
- Atypical glandular cells of vagina NOS
Medicare LCD Coverage for R87.629
Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) from CMS MACs that list R87.629 as a covered diagnosis.
This doesn't mean the code isn't covered, it means no MAC has issued a Local Coverage Determination naming this specific code. Coverage may still apply under National Coverage Determinations or general medical-necessity rules.
Commercial Payer Coverage
Coverage policies from major commercial payers referencing R87.629.
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CPT Codes Commonly Billed with R87.629
Procedures frequently paired with this diagnosis based on PayerReady's Dx↔Px linkage data.
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Convert R87.629 to ICD-9-CM
Per CMS General Equivalence Mappings (GEMs), useful for legacy data review and historical claim analysis.
| ICD-10 | ICD-9 | Mapping Flags |
|---|---|---|
| R87.629 | 7954 | 10000 |
Flags format (5 digits): Approximate · No Map · Combination · Scenario · Choice List. Source: CMS 2017 GEMs (final version).
Codes Adjacent To R87.629
Other codes in section R83-R89 (Abnormal findings on examination of other body fluids, substances and tissues, without diagnosis).
ICD-10 R87.629, Billing FAQ
Is ICD-10 code R87.629 billable? +
Yes, R87.629 is a billable ICD-10-CM code that can appear as a primary or secondary diagnosis on claims.
What other names or terms map to R87.629? +
ICD-10 R87.629 includes: Abnormal Papanicolaou smear of vagina NOS; Abnormal thin preparation smear of vagina NOS; Abnormal vaginal cytology NOS, and 3 more clinical synonyms.
What ICD-9 codes does R87.629 map to? +
Per CMS GEMs, R87.629 maps to ICD-9 codes: 7954. Useful for legacy data review and historical claim analysis.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.
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