ICD-10-PCS Code For Gallbladder: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0FJ4 includes procedures performed to inspect structures in the gallbladder. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when endoscopic visualization or manual exploration of the gallbladder is performed percutaneously to evaluate disease, obstruction, or other pathology. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0FJ4 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Gallbladder Inspection Procedure Overview
This group includes percutaneous endoscopic procedures that visually and/or manually explore the gallbladder within the hepatobiliary system and pancreas. These inspection procedures involve using endoscopic visualization techniques delivered percutaneously to evaluate gallbladder structure and pathology. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific diagnostic or exploratory work performed on the gallbladder and supports appropriate case mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| F | Body System | Hepatobiliary System and Pancreas |
| J | Operation | Inspection |
| 4 | Body Part | Gallbladder |