ICD-10-PCS Code For Acromioclavicular Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0RTG includes procedures performed to resect structures in the acromioclavicular joint in the upper joints. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a surgical resection of the acromioclavicular joint is performed via an open approach to remove diseased or damaged joint tissue. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0RTG group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Acromioclavicular Joint Resection Procedure Overview
This group includes open resection procedures that remove all or part of the right acromioclavicular joint, a component of the upper joints of the shoulder girdle. Procedures in this group target the acromioclavicular joint, addressing structural joint pathology by cutting out or off tissue without replacing the joint. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these resections supports correct inpatient documentation and appropriate inpatient reimbursement by capturing the specific operation, body part, and approach.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| R | Body System | Upper Joints |
| T | Operation | Resection |
| G | Body Part | Acromioclavicular Joint, Right |