ICD-10-PCS Code For Esophagus, Lower: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0D13 includes procedures performed to bypass structures in the lower esophagus. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when an alternate route of passage is created around a diseased or obstructed segment of the lower esophagus. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0D13 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific bypass procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.
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Esophagus, Lower Bypass Procedure Overview
Procedures in the ICD-10 PCS 0D13 group involve creating an alternate route to bypass the lower esophagus, targeting the gastrointestinal system. These bypass operations reroute the passage of ingested contents around diseased, obstructed, or otherwise nonfunctional segments of the lower esophagus. Accurate selection of the correct code within this group is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific bypass procedure performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| D | Body System | Gastrointestinal System |
| 1 | Operation | Bypass |
| 3 | Body Part | Esophagus, Lower |