ICD-10-PCS Code For Wrist Bursa And Ligament, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0MT6 includes procedures performed to remove or excise bursae and ligaments in the left wrist. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a resection of a wrist bursa or ligament on the left side is performed without replacement. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0MT6 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Wrist Bursa And Ligament, Left Resection Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes resections of bursae and ligaments in the left wrist. Procedures in this group remove all or a portion of the targeted bursa or ligament without replacement and are coded in the Medical and Surgical section of the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS). Accurate selection of the left wrist bursae and ligament resection codes is important for precise inpatient documentation and appropriate reimbursement.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| M | Body System | Bursae and Ligaments |
| T | Operation | Resection |
| 6 | Body Part | Wrist Bursa and Ligament, Left |