ICD-10-PCS Code For Internal Mammary Artery, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0351 includes procedures performed to destroy arterial tissue in the internal mammary artery, left. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when destruction of all or part of the left internal mammary artery is performed using energy, force, or a destructive agent. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0351 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.
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Internal Mammary Artery, Left Destruction Procedure Overview
This procedure group covers destruction of the left internal mammary artery within the upper arterial system. Procedures in this group use energy, force, or destructive agents to eradicate all or part of the artery. Accurate coding of these procedures is important for inpatient reimbursement because it captures the specific vascular target and the destructive root operation performed, which affects case mix and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 3 | Body System | Upper Arteries |
| 5 | Operation | Destruction |
| 1 | Body Part | Internal Mammary Artery, Left |