ICD-10-PCS Code For Shoulder Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BP09 includes procedures performed to capture planar radiographic images of skeletal structures in the left shoulder. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician orders plain radiography to evaluate bones, fractures, dislocations, or other bony pathology of the left shoulder. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BP09 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Shoulder, Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview
This procedure group contains plain radiography imaging of the left shoulder, capturing images using external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plates. The procedures target the non-axial upper bones of the shoulder girdle and surrounding osseous structures. Accurate selection of the correct body part and operation supports inpatient documentation and is important for proper coding and reimbursement.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| B | Section | Imaging |
| P | Body System | Non-Axial Upper Bones |
| 0 | Operation | Plain Radiography |
| 9 | Body Part | Shoulder, Left |