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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BQ01 includes procedures performed to capture planar radiographic images of the left hip. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when plain radiography of the left hip is performed to evaluate bony structures or acute musculoskeletal conditions. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BQ01 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Hip Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes planar display imaging of the left hip using external ionizing radiation captured on photographic or photoconductive plates. These procedures target the non-axial lower bones body system and consist of plain radiography studies of the left hip. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the imaging performed and supports correct case mix assignment and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
Q	Body System	Non-Axial Lower Bones
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
1	Body Part	Hip, Left

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Hip Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
Q	Body System	Non-Axial Lower Bones
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
1	Body Part	Hip, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient plain radiography of the left hip is performed to assess fractures, degenerative changes, or other bony pathology. Assign these codes when the procedure documented is planar radiography using external ionizing radiation rather than cross-sectional or fluoroscopic imaging.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

5 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BQ010ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip using High Osmolar Contrast
BQ011ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip using Low Osmolar Contrast
BQ01YZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip using Other Contrast
BQ01ZZ1	Plain Radiography of Left Hip, Densitometry
BQ01ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient is admitted from the emergency department after a fall at home with acute left hip pain, inability to bear weight, and localized bony tenderness. The inpatient team orders planar radiography of the left hip to evaluate for displaced femoral neck or intertrochanteric fracture as the initial imaging modality. Plain radiographs without contrast are performed to document fracture presence, alignment, and to guide orthopedic operative planning. Typical codes: BQ01ZZZ
A middle-aged patient with a history of chronic hip pain and progressive left hip osteoarthritis is admitted for preoperative assessment prior to scheduled total hip arthroplasty. Standard planar radiographs of the left hip are obtained to document joint space narrowing, osteophyte formation, and to assist surgical templating. Imaging is routine, non-contrast plain radiography performed on inpatient preoperative evaluation. Typical codes: BQ01ZZZ
A patient admitted with metabolic bone disease is undergoing inpatient evaluation for osteoporosis-related changes and bone density assessment after recurrent low-energy left hip pain. Densitometry of the left hip using planar radiographic densitometry is performed to quantify bone mineral density and help guide medical management while inpatient. The study is a planar radiographic densitometry technique targeted to the left hip. Typical codes: BQ01ZZ1

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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

5 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BQ010ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip using High Osmolar Contrast
BQ011ZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip using Low Osmolar Contrast
BQ01YZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip using Other Contrast
BQ01ZZ1	Plain Radiography of Left Hip, Densitometry
BQ01ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Hip

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient is admitted from the emergency department after a fall at home with acute left hip pain, inability to bear weight, and localized bony tenderness. The inpatient team orders planar radiography of the left hip to evaluate for displaced femoral neck or intertrochanteric fracture as the initial imaging modality. Plain radiographs without contrast are performed to document fracture presence, alignment, and to guide orthopedic operative planning. Typical codes: BQ01ZZZ
A middle-aged patient with a history of chronic hip pain and progressive left hip osteoarthritis is admitted for preoperative assessment prior to scheduled total hip arthroplasty. Standard planar radiographs of the left hip are obtained to document joint space narrowing, osteophyte formation, and to assist surgical templating. Imaging is routine, non-contrast plain radiography performed on inpatient preoperative evaluation. Typical codes: BQ01ZZZ
A patient admitted with metabolic bone disease is undergoing inpatient evaluation for osteoporosis-related changes and bone density assessment after recurrent low-energy left hip pain. Densitometry of the left hip using planar radiographic densitometry is performed to quantify bone mineral density and help guide medical management while inpatient. The study is a planar radiographic densitometry technique targeted to the left hip. Typical codes: BQ01ZZ1

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BQ00-HIP-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ03-FEMUR-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ07-KNEE-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ08-KNEE-LEFT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ0D-RIGHT-LOWER-LEG-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ0F-LEFT-LOWER-LEG-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ0G-RIGHT-ANKLE-PLANAR-DISPLAY-ANKLE-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BQ0H-ANKLE-LEFT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BQ0J-RIGHT-CALCANEUS-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

Showing 1–10 of 19

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 Code For Hip Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Hip Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

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Hip Left Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the BQ01 ICD-10-PCS code group for the left hip?

What is the body system and operation defined for BQ01 left hip procedures?

How should `BQ01ZZZ` be documented in the inpatient record?

What contrast-specific codes exist within the BQ01 group?

Is there a DRG directly related to the BQ01 left hip plain radiography group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the BQ01 ICD-10-PCS code group for the left hip?

What is the body system and operation defined for BQ01 left hip procedures?

How should `BQ01ZZZ` be documented in the inpatient record?

What contrast-specific codes exist within the BQ01 group?

Is there a DRG directly related to the BQ01 left hip plain radiography group?

References