ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Arm Tendon: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0LD3 includes procedures performed to extract tendons in the upper arm. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a tendon in the upper arm is removed by open extraction due to injury, pathology, or surgical indication. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0LD3 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Upper Arm Tendon Extraction Procedure Overview
Procedures in this ICD-10-PCS group involve the extraction of a tendon located in the right upper arm using an open surgical approach. These procedures target the tendons body system and remove all or a portion of the specified tendon by force or traction. Accurate coding of the extraction procedure and the specific right upper arm tendon is important for inpatient documentation and reimbursement because it captures the clinical work performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| L | Body System | Tendons |
| D | Operation | Extraction |
| 3 | Body Part | Upper Arm Tendon, Right |