ICD-10-PCS Code For Median Nerve: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0185 includes procedures performed to divide neural structures in the peripheral nervous system at the median nerve. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a surgical transection or intentional division of the median nerve is performed to achieve a clinical objective. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0185 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
Customize your policy alerts
Sign up for ICD-10-PCS Code For Median Nerve: Procedure Code Group Overview policy alerts
Get alerted when relevant policies change without checking for updates manually.
Monitor payer policy activity
Median Nerve Division Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve surgical division of the median nerve within the peripheral nervous system to intentionally separate or transect the nerve. These operations are classified under the Medical and Surgical section and the Division root operation of ICD-10-PCS. Accurate coding is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific nerve target and operation performed, which affects case mix group assignment and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 1 | Body System | Peripheral Nervous System |
| 8 | Operation | Division |
| 5 | Body Part | Median Nerve |