ICD-10-PCS Code For Femoral Artery, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 04FL includes procedures performed to fragment solid matter in the femoral artery, left within the lower arteries. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician performs fragmentation to remove or reduce intraluminal obstructions such as thrombus or calcified plaque in the left femoral artery. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 04FL group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.
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Femoral Artery, Left Fragmentation Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes fragmentation procedures performed on the left femoral artery within the lower arteries body system. These procedures involve breaking solid matter, such as thrombus or calcified plaque, into pieces within the vessel lumen. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of fragmentation procedures on the left femoral artery ensures correct inpatient documentation and supports appropriate hospital reimbursement.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 4 | Body System | Lower Arteries |
| F | Operation | Fragmentation |
| L | Body Part | Femoral Artery, Left |