ICD-10-PCS Code For Hepatic Artery: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 04L3 includes procedures performed to occlude arterial lumens in the hepatic artery. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when clinicians intentionally close the hepatic artery lumen percutaneously to control bleeding or provide therapeutic embolization. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 04L3 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific occlusive arterial procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Hepatic Artery Occlusion Procedure Overview
This procedure group covers percutaneous occlusion procedures performed on the hepatic artery within the lower arterial system. These procedures involve intentionally closing the lumen of the hepatic artery to stop blood flow for therapeutic reasons, such as controlling hemorrhage or delivering targeted embolization for tumors. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these occlusion procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the invasive arterial intervention and supports appropriate case mix and reimbursement.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 4 | Body System | Lower Arteries |
| L | Operation | Occlusion |
| 3 | Body Part | Hepatic Artery |