Left Lower Leg Plain Radiography ICD-10-PCS Coding

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Lower Leg: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BQ0F includes procedures performed to capture planar radiographic images of bones and related structures in the left lower leg. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when diagnostic plain radiography is performed to evaluate fractures, dislocations, or other bony pathology of the left lower leg. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BQ0F group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Left Lower Leg Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

This procedure group covers plain radiography imaging of the left lower leg, targeting the non-axial lower bones such as the tibia, fibula, ankle, and surrounding osseous structures. Procedures involve planar capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plates to produce diagnostic images. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding for these imaging procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the exact body part and imaging operation, which affects case mix and payment.

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

Character

ICD-10-PCS Category

Code Group Details

Section

Imaging

Body System

Non-Axial Lower Bones

Operation

Plain Radiography

Body Part

Lower Leg, Left

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Lower Leg: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Left Lower Leg Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

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

Character

ICD-10-PCS Category

Code Group Details

Section

Imaging

Body System

Non-Axial Lower Bones

Operation

Plain Radiography

Body Part

Lower Leg, Left

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BQ0FZZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Lower Leg

ICD-10-PCS Code

Description

BQ0FZZZ

Plain Radiography of Left Lower Leg

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient on anticoagulation presents to the emergency department after a ground-level fall with acute left lower leg pain, swelling, and inability to bear weight. Inpatient evaluation includes plain radiography to assess for tibial or fibular fracture and to guide management given the patients comorbidities and need for possible admission for monitoring or reversal of anticoagulation. Typical codes: BQ0FZZZ
A middle-aged patient admitted from clinic for worsening chronic pain and suspected stress injury of the left lower leg after an increase in activity; plain radiography is obtained on the inpatient unit to evaluate for cortical changes, periosteal reaction, or occult fracture that might alter treatment or prompt further imaging. Typical codes: BQ0FZZZ
A hospitalized patient with an open wound over the left lower leg after debridement develops concern for underlying osteomyelitis or retained foreign body; bedside plain radiography is performed to evaluate bone involvement and to detect radiopaque foreign material as part of ongoing inpatient care. Typical codes: BQ0FZZZ

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.

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BQ0FZZZ	Plain Radiography of Left Lower Leg

An elderly patient on anticoagulation presents to the emergency department after a ground-level fall with acute left lower leg pain, swelling, and inability to bear weight. Inpatient evaluation includes plain radiography to assess for tibial or fibular fracture and to guide management given the patients comorbidities and need for possible admission for monitoring or reversal of anticoagulation. Typical codes: BQ0FZZZ
A middle-aged patient admitted from clinic for worsening chronic pain and suspected stress injury of the left lower leg after an increase in activity; plain radiography is obtained on the inpatient unit to evaluate for cortical changes, periosteal reaction, or occult fracture that might alter treatment or prompt further imaging. Typical codes: BQ0FZZZ
A hospitalized patient with an open wound over the left lower leg after debridement develops concern for underlying osteomyelitis or retained foreign body; bedside plain radiography is performed to evaluate bone involvement and to detect radiopaque foreign material as part of ongoing inpatient care. Typical codes: BQ0FZZZ

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Left Lower Leg Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

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Left Lower Leg Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in the BQ0F ICD-10-PCS code group?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code represents plain radiography of the left lower leg?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system is this procedure classified?

Why is accurate coding within the BQ0F group important for inpatient records?

What clinical indications are documented for using `BQ0FZZZ` in inpatient settings?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in the BQ0F ICD-10-PCS code group?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code represents plain radiography of the left lower leg?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system is this procedure classified?

Why is accurate coding within the BQ0F group important for inpatient records?

What clinical indications are documented for using `BQ0FZZZ` in inpatient settings?

References