ICD-10-PCS Code For External Iliac Artery, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 04FH includes procedures performed to fragment solid intraluminal material in the external iliac artery, right. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician performs endovascular or surgical fragmentation to clear thrombus or calcified plaque obstructing the right external iliac artery. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 04FH group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and the specific arterial site, supporting clinical documentation accuracy and appropriate case mix and payment.
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External Iliac Artery Fragmentation Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve fragmentation of obstructive or solid material within the right external iliac artery, a component of the lower arterial system supplying the lower extremity. These interventions break up thrombus, calcified plaque, or other solid intraluminal material to restore or improve blood flow. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these fragmentation procedures is important for inpatient documentation and reimbursement because it captures the specific therapeutic action and targeted arterial site.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 4 | Body System | Lower Arteries |
| F | Operation | Fragmentation |
| H | Body Part | External Iliac Artery, Right |