ICD-10-PCS Code For Femoral Vein Right: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 06FM includes procedures performed to fragment solid material in the femoral vein, right, within the lower veins. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician performs fragmentation to break up thrombus or other obstructive material in the right femoral vein to restore venous patency. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 06FM 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 Vein, Right Fragmentation Procedure Overview
Procedures in this ICD-10-PCS group involve fragmentation of obstructive or solid material within the right femoral vein, a component of the lower venous system. These procedures break solid matter into smaller pieces to restore or improve venous flow in the lower veins. Accurate documentation and coding of fragmentation procedures targeting the lower veins are important for inpatient reimbursement and clinical records because they precisely capture the intervention performed and support appropriate case mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 6 | Body System | Lower Veins |
| F | Operation | Fragmentation |
| M | Body Part | Femoral Vein, Right |