ICD-10-PCS Code For Shoulder Tendon: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0LT1 includes procedures performed to resect tendon tissue in the shoulder. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a surgeon removes all or part of the right shoulder tendon without replacement for treatment of injury, disease, or persistent symptoms. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0LT1 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Shoulder Tendon Resection Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes resection procedures that involve cutting out or off all or a portion of the right shoulder tendon and target the tendons body system. These operations remove diseased, damaged, or symptomatic tendon tissue in the right shoulder without replacing it. Accurate coding of these tendon resections ensures inpatient records reflect the 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 |
| T | Operation | Resection |
| 1 | Body Part | Shoulder Tendon, Right |