ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joint Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BN08 includes procedures performed to image bony and joint structures in the left temporomandibular joint. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when plain radiography of the left temporomandibular joint is performed to evaluate temporomandibular joint pathology or trauma. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BN08 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Temporomandibular Joint, Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes plain radiography imaging of the left temporomandibular joint within the skull and facial bones body system. Procedures involve planar display of an image developed from capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plate to evaluate bony and joint alignment. Accurate coding ensures inpatient records reflect the imaging performed and supports proper case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
N	Body System	Skull and Facial Bones
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
8	Body Part	Temporomandibular Joint, Left

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Temporomandibular Joint, Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
N	Body System	Skull and Facial Bones
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
8	Body Part	Temporomandibular Joint, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient plain radiography of the left temporomandibular joint is performed to assess joint architecture, degenerative changes, dislocation, or trauma. Select the appropriate code when the imaging modality and body part match the documented procedure in the medical record.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BN080ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint using High Osmolar Contrast
BN081ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint using Low Osmolar Contrast
BN08YZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint using Other Contrast
BN08ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with facial pain, tenderness over the left preauricular area, and limited jaw opening; concern for acute temporomandibular joint fracture or dislocation prompts inpatient evaluation and imaging to assess bony alignment and detect acute osseous injury. Plain radiography of the left temporomandibular joint is performed as an initial, rapid assessment of joint position and fractures. Typical codes: BN08ZZZ
An elderly patient admitted from clinic for progressive left preauricular pain and crepitus with reduced mandibular excursion suspected to have degenerative osteoarthritic changes of the left temporomandibular joint; inpatient imaging is ordered to document joint space narrowing and osteophyte formation to guide nonoperative management. A planar radiographic study of the left temporomandibular joint is obtained to evaluate bony degenerative changes. Typical codes: BN08ZZZ
A hospitalized patient with a history of prior temporomandibular joint intervention presents with new-onset persistent swelling and suspected adhesive changes; plain radiography of the left temporomandibular joint is performed to compare bony anatomy with prior imaging and assess for postprocedural bony complications. Typical codes: BN08ZZZ, BN08YZZ

Related Codes

BN00-SKULL-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Skull: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN01-RIGHT-ORBIT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Orbit: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN02-LEFT-ORBIT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Orbit: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN03-ORBITS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Orbits: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN04-NASAL-BONES-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Nasal Bones: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN05-FACIAL-BONES-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Facial Bones: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN06-MANDIBLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Mandible: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN07-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joint Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN09-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINTS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joints: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN0B-RIGHT-ZYGOMATIC-ARCH-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Zygomatic Arch: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BN080ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint using High Osmolar Contrast
BN081ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint using Low Osmolar Contrast
BN08YZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint using Other Contrast
BN08ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Temporomandibular Joint

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with facial pain, tenderness over the left preauricular area, and limited jaw opening; concern for acute temporomandibular joint fracture or dislocation prompts inpatient evaluation and imaging to assess bony alignment and detect acute osseous injury. Plain radiography of the left temporomandibular joint is performed as an initial, rapid assessment of joint position and fractures. Typical codes: BN08ZZZ
An elderly patient admitted from clinic for progressive left preauricular pain and crepitus with reduced mandibular excursion suspected to have degenerative osteoarthritic changes of the left temporomandibular joint; inpatient imaging is ordered to document joint space narrowing and osteophyte formation to guide nonoperative management. A planar radiographic study of the left temporomandibular joint is obtained to evaluate bony degenerative changes. Typical codes: BN08ZZZ
A hospitalized patient with a history of prior temporomandibular joint intervention presents with new-onset persistent swelling and suspected adhesive changes; plain radiography of the left temporomandibular joint is performed to compare bony anatomy with prior imaging and assess for postprocedural bony complications. Typical codes: BN08ZZZ, BN08YZZ

Related Codes

BN00-SKULL-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Skull: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN01-RIGHT-ORBIT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Orbit: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN02-LEFT-ORBIT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Orbit: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN03-ORBITS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Orbits: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN04-NASAL-BONES-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Nasal Bones: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN05-FACIAL-BONES-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Facial Bones: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN06-MANDIBLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Mandible: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN07-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joint Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN09-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINTS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joints: Procedure Code Group Overview

BN0B-RIGHT-ZYGOMATIC-ARCH-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Zygomatic Arch: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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Code Attributes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the Temporomandibular Joint, Left ICD-10-PCS group BN08?

What is the primary purpose of coding procedures in the BN08 group?

Under which ICD-10-PCS section and body system do these codes fall?

How do the individual codes within BN08 differ from one another?

Why is accurate coding within the BN08 group essential for inpatient records?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the Temporomandibular Joint, Left ICD-10-PCS group BN08?

What is the primary purpose of coding procedures in the BN08 group?

Under which ICD-10-PCS section and body system do these codes fall?

How do the individual codes within BN08 differ from one another?

Why is accurate coding within the BN08 group essential for inpatient records?

References