ICD-10-PCS Code For Pulmonary Artery, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 02LR includes procedures performed to occlude vascular structures in the left pulmonary artery. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when complete closure of the left pulmonary artery lumen is performed for treatment or procedural management. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 02LR group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.
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Pulmonary Artery, Left Occlusion Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes complete occlusion of the left pulmonary artery, targeting the heart and great vessels. Procedures in this group involve intentionally closing the lumen of the left pulmonary artery to stop blood flow for therapeutic or diagnostic reasons. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these occlusion procedures is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific body part and root operation performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 2 | Body System | Heart and Great Vessels |
| L | Operation | Occlusion |
| R | Body Part | Pulmonary Artery, Left |