ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Axillary: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0716 includes procedures performed to bypass lymphatic structures in the left axillary region. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when an alternate route for lymphatic flow is created around an obstructed or damaged segment of the left axillary lymphatic system. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0716 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the bypass procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Left Axillary Bypass Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes inpatient bypass procedures performed on the left axillary lymphatic structures and targets the lymphatic and hemic systems. These procedures create an alternate route of passage for lymphatic contents around an obstruction or damaged segment. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these bypass operations ensures the inpatient record reflects the intervention performed and supports appropriate reimbursement and case-mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 7 | Body System | Lymphatic and Hemic Systems |
| 1 | Operation | Bypass |
| 6 | Body Part | Lymphatic, Left Axillary |