ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Shoulder Muscle: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0KD6 includes procedures performed to extract muscle tissue in the left shoulder. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when open surgical removal or stripping of all or part of the left shoulder muscle is performed. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0KD6 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.
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Left Shoulder Muscle Extraction Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes open extraction procedures that remove all or a portion of the left shoulder muscle and target the Muscles body system. These operations involve pulling or stripping out muscle tissue by force through an open surgical approach. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these extractions is important for inpatient reimbursement because it captures the specific operation and anatomical site performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| K | Body System | Muscles |
| D | Operation | Extraction |
| 6 | Body Part | Shoulder Muscle, Left |