ICD-10-PCS Code For Small Intestine: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0DD8 includes procedures performed to extract tissue or portions of the small intestine in the gastrointestinal system. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when pulling or stripping out all or a portion of the small intestine by the use of force is performed for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0DD8 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.
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Small Intestine Extraction Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve pulling or stripping out all or part of the small intestine using force and target the gastrointestinal system. These extraction procedures remove tissue or portions of the small intestine for therapeutic or diagnostic reasons. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these extractions is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific operation performed and supports appropriate case mix classification.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| D | Body System | Gastrointestinal System |
| D | Operation | Extraction |
| 8 | Body Part | Small Intestine |