ICD-10-PCS Code For Axillary Vein, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 05L8 includes procedures performed to occlude venous structures in the left axillary vein. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician permanently closes the lumen of the left axillary vein to stop blood flow for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 05L8 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific occlusion procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Axillary Vein, Left Occlusion Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes inpatient occlusion of the left axillary vein, a component of the upper venous system that returns blood from the lateral aspect of the thorax and upper limb. Procedures in this group permanently close or block the lumen of the axillary vein to stop flow for therapeutic or diagnostic reasons. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these occlusion procedures is important for reflecting the specific body part and operation performed, which supports appropriate inpatient reimbursement and case mix determination.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 5 | Body System | Upper Veins |
| L | Operation | Occlusion |
| 8 | Body Part | Axillary Vein, Left |