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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BP03 includes procedures performed to image non-axial upper bones in the acromioclavicular joints using plain radiography. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when planar radiographic imaging of the bilateral acromioclavicular joints is performed to evaluate trauma, pain, or joint disease. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BP03 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Acromioclavicular Joints Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve planar display imaging developed from capture of external ionizing radiation targeting the acromioclavicular joints, bilateral. These studies assess non-axial upper bones for fractures, joint separation, degenerative change, or other pathology. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these imaging procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the exact imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment and billing.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
P	Body System	Non-Axial Upper Bones
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
3	Body Part	Acromioclavicular Joints, Bilateral

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Acromioclavicular Joints Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
P	Body System	Non-Axial Upper Bones
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
3	Body Part	Acromioclavicular Joints, Bilateral

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient plain radiographic imaging of both acromioclavicular joints is performed to evaluate injury, degenerative change, or other joint pathology. Codes in this group should be selected when the imaging modality is plain radiography (planar display) of the bilateral acromioclavicular joints as documented in the record.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BP03ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Bilateral Acromioclavicular Joints

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged adult presents to the emergency department after a fall onto the shoulder with localized pain, swelling, and point tenderness over both acromioclavicular joints. The patient is admitted for observation due to associated comorbidities and to evaluate for bilateral acromioclavicular joint separation or fracture; planar radiographs of both acromioclavicular joints are obtained to assess alignment and bony injury. Imaging is performed using standard plain radiography techniques targeting the bilateral acromioclavicular joints. Typical codes: BP03ZZZ
An older adult with progressive bilateral shoulder pain and reduced range of motion is admitted for inpatient workup of suspected degenerative acromioclavicular joint disease affecting both shoulders. To document joint space narrowing and osteophytes and to guide nonoperative management during the admission, plain radiographic studies of both acromioclavicular joints are performed. The imaging captures planar views using external ionizing radiation focused on the bilateral acromioclavicular joints. Typical codes: BP03ZZZ
A patient admitted after a motor vehicle collision has persistent bilateral shoulder pain despite immobilization and concern for missed bilateral acromioclavicular joint injuries on initial imaging done at an outside facility. Repeat inpatient plain radiographs of both acromioclavicular joints are ordered to reevaluate joint alignment and identify subtle separation or occult fractures that may affect management. The study consists of planar radiographic imaging of the bilateral acromioclavicular joints. Typical codes: BP03ZZZ

ICD-10-PCS Code For Sternoclavicular Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

BP01-LEFT-STERNOCLAVICULAR-JOINT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP02-STERNOCLAVICULAR-JOINTS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP04-RIGHT-CLAVICLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP05-LEFT-CLAVICLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP06-RIGHT-SCAPULA-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP07-LEFT-SCAPULA-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP08-SHOULDER-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Shoulder, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BP09-SHOULDER-LEFT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP0A-RIGHT-HUMERUS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Humerus: 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

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BP03ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Bilateral Acromioclavicular Joints

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged adult presents to the emergency department after a fall onto the shoulder with localized pain, swelling, and point tenderness over both acromioclavicular joints. The patient is admitted for observation due to associated comorbidities and to evaluate for bilateral acromioclavicular joint separation or fracture; planar radiographs of both acromioclavicular joints are obtained to assess alignment and bony injury. Imaging is performed using standard plain radiography techniques targeting the bilateral acromioclavicular joints. Typical codes: BP03ZZZ
An older adult with progressive bilateral shoulder pain and reduced range of motion is admitted for inpatient workup of suspected degenerative acromioclavicular joint disease affecting both shoulders. To document joint space narrowing and osteophytes and to guide nonoperative management during the admission, plain radiographic studies of both acromioclavicular joints are performed. The imaging captures planar views using external ionizing radiation focused on the bilateral acromioclavicular joints. Typical codes: BP03ZZZ
A patient admitted after a motor vehicle collision has persistent bilateral shoulder pain despite immobilization and concern for missed bilateral acromioclavicular joint injuries on initial imaging done at an outside facility. Repeat inpatient plain radiographs of both acromioclavicular joints are ordered to reevaluate joint alignment and identify subtle separation or occult fractures that may affect management. The study consists of planar radiographic imaging of the bilateral acromioclavicular joints. Typical codes: BP03ZZZ

ICD-10-PCS Code For Sternoclavicular Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

BP01-LEFT-STERNOCLAVICULAR-JOINT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP02-STERNOCLAVICULAR-JOINTS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP04-RIGHT-CLAVICLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP05-LEFT-CLAVICLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP06-RIGHT-SCAPULA-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP07-LEFT-SCAPULA-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP08-SHOULDER-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Shoulder, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BP09-SHOULDER-LEFT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BP0A-RIGHT-HUMERUS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Humerus: 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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ICD-10-PCS Codes

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Code Attributes

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ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code represents plain radiography of the bilateral acromioclavicular joints?

What clinical indications are captured by procedures in the BP03 code group?

Which section, body system, and operation are associated with code group BP03?

How does accurate coding within the BP03 group affect inpatient documentation and billing?

Are there related DRGs listed for the BP03 code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code represents plain radiography of the bilateral acromioclavicular joints?

What clinical indications are captured by procedures in the BP03 code group?

Which section, body system, and operation are associated with code group BP03?

How does accurate coding within the BP03 group affect inpatient documentation and billing?

Are there related DRGs listed for the BP03 code group?

References