ICD-10-PCS Code For Coronary Artery Bypass Graft: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group B212 includes procedures performed to image coronary artery bypass graft structures in the heart using fluoroscopic techniques. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when fluoroscopic visualization of a coronary artery bypass graft is performed to assess graft patency, guide an interventional procedure, or document findings. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS B212 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview
Procedures in this group involve real-time fluoroscopic imaging of a coronary artery bypass graft within the heart. The imaging operation uses external ionizing radiation captured on a fluorescent screen and may be stored digitally or in analog form. These procedures target the heart to visualize graft patency, guide interventions, or document findings. Accurate coding of fluoroscopy on coronary artery bypass grafts is important for inpatient reimbursement because it captures the specific imaging service and supports appropriate case mix assignment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| B | Section | Imaging |
| 2 | Body System | Heart |
| 1 | Operation | Fluoroscopy |
| 2 | Body Part | Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Single |