ICD-10-PCS Code For Shoulder Bursa And Ligament Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0M52 includes procedures performed to destroy all or a portion of bursae and ligaments in the left shoulder. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when the clinical treatment involves ablation, cauterization, or other destructive techniques applied to the left shoulder bursa and ligaments. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0M52 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific destructive procedure performed on the targeted anatomic structures and supports appropriate case mix and payment.
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Left Shoulder Bursa And Ligament Destruction Procedure Overview
Procedures in this ICD-10-PCS group involve the destruction of all or part of the left shoulder bursa and associated ligaments using energy, force, or a destructive agent. These procedures target the bursae and ligaments body system of the left shoulder and remove or ablate pathological tissue. Accurate coding is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the exact operation and anatomical site treated, which affects case mix and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| M | Body System | Bursae and Ligaments |
| 5 | Operation | Destruction |
| 2 | Body Part | Shoulder Bursa and Ligament, Left |