ICD-10 Code R03.0 - Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code R03.0

Diagnosis Code: R03.0 (Raw: R030)

Description: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM)

Fiscal Year: 2026

CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.

Overview & Clinical Details

ICD-10-CM code R03.0 is designated for Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension. In medical documentation and insurance billing, this code is utilized to specify medical diagnosis for patient records, reimbursement workflows, and compliance under CMS Section 111 mandatory insurer reporting guidelines.