ICD-10-PCS Code For Internal Mammary Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 07C9 includes procedures performed to remove or extirpate solid matter from internal mammary lymphatic structures on the left side. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a surgeon performs extirpation of lymphatic tissue or nodal disease in the left internal mammary region. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 07C9 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Internal Mammary Left Extirpation Procedure Overview
Procedures in this ICD-10-PCS group involve extirpation, which is the taking or cutting out of solid matter, performed on the left internal mammary lymphatic vessels and nodes within the lymphatic and hemic systems. These operations remove pathological lymphatic tissue such as obstructing nodes or tumor deposits from the internal mammary region. Accurate coding of these procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the specific extirpation performed on the left internal mammary lymphatic structures and supports appropriate case mix assignment and reimbursement.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| 7 | Body System | Lymphatic and Hemic Systems |
| C | Operation | Extirpation |
| 9 | Body Part | Lymphatic, Internal Mammary, Left |