ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Upper Arm: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0LD4 includes procedures performed to extract tendons in the left upper arm. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when an open surgical extraction of all or part of a left upper arm tendon is performed. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0LD4 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Left Upper Arm Tendon Extraction Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve extraction of all or a portion of a tendon in the left upper arm using an open surgical approach. They target the tendons body system and involve physically pulling or stripping out tendon tissue by force. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the specific operative action and supports appropriate reimbursement and 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 |
| 4 | Body Part | Upper Arm Tendon, Left |