ICD-10-PCS Code For Axillary Artery Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0316 includes procedures performed to bypass diseased or obstructed arterial segments in the axillary artery on the left side. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a surgical arterial bypass is performed to restore or improve blood flow around a stenosis or occlusion. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0316 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the bypass procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Axillary Artery, Left Bypass Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve surgically creating an alternate route for blood flow by bypassing a diseased segment of the axillary artery in the left upper extremity. These procedures target the upper arteries body system and typically use grafts or conduits to reroute arterial blood around stenosis or occlusion. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these bypass procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the specific arterial bypass performed and supports appropriate reimbursement and clinical quality reporting.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 3 | Body System | Upper Arteries |
| 1 | Operation | Bypass |
| 6 | Body Part | Axillary Artery, Left |