ICD-10-PCS Code For Skin, Buttock: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0H58 includes procedures performed to destroy all or a portion of the skin in the buttock. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when direct destructive techniques such as chemical, thermal, or other agents are applied to skin lesions or tissue on the buttock. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0H58 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Skin, Buttock Destruction Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes destruction of all or a portion of the skin of the buttock by direct use of energy, force, or a destructive agent and targets the skin and breast body system. Procedures involve methods such as chemical, thermal, or other destructive techniques applied directly to the skin to eradicate lesions or unwanted tissue. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these procedures is important for inpatient documentation and reimbursement because it captures the specific root operation and anatomic site for proper case mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| H | Body System | Skin and Breast |
| 5 | Operation | Destruction |
| 8 | Body Part | Skin, Buttock |