ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Arm And Wrist Tendon, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0LN5 includes procedures performed to release tendons in the lower arm and wrist on the right side. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a tendon in the right lower arm or wrist is surgically freed from abnormal physical constraints to restore function or relieve entrapment. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0LN5 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Lower Arm And Wrist Tendon Release Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes inpatient release procedures that free tendons in the lower arm and wrist from abnormal physical constraints by cutting or using force. These procedures target the tendons body system in the right lower arm and wrist and are performed to restore tendon mobility and relieve mechanical restriction. Accurate coding to the correct root operation and body part supports appropriate inpatient reimbursement and reflects the clinical resources used.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| L | Body System | Tendons |
| N | Operation | Release |
| 5 | Body Part | Lower Arm and Wrist Tendon, Right |