ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracic Nerve: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 01D8 includes procedures performed to extract neural tissue in the thoracic peripheral nervous system. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a thoracic nerve or portion of it is pulled or stripped out by force for therapeutic or diagnostic reasons. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 01D8 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 Thoracic Nerve: Procedure Code Group Overview policy alerts
Get alerted when relevant policies change without checking for updates manually.
Monitor payer policy activity
Thoracic Nerve Extraction Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve extraction of all or part of a thoracic nerve by pulling, stripping, or removal using force and target the peripheral nervous system. These extractions remove neural tissue or portions of the nerve to treat injury, disease, or other pathological conditions. Accurate coding of these procedures within inpatient records ensures the procedure is captured correctly for clinical documentation and supports appropriate inpatient payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 1 | Body System | Peripheral Nervous System |
| D | Operation | Extraction |
| 8 | Body Part | Thoracic Nerve |