ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Calcaneus: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BQ1J includes procedures performed to image the calcaneus in the non-axial lower bones using real-time fluoroscopic display. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when fluoroscopic imaging of the right calcaneus is performed to evaluate fractures, alignment, or guide procedures. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BQ1J group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Right Calcaneus Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview
The procedures in this ICD-10-PCS group involve real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the right calcaneus, a bone in the non-axial lower bones body system. These procedures capture and display images developed from external ionizing radiation on a fluorescent screen and may store images digitally or by analog means. Accurate coding of these imaging procedures is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the imaging modality and anatomical focus used in patient care. Proper code assignment supports clinical documentation and hospital case mix reporting.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| B | Section | Imaging |
| Q | Body System | Non-Axial Lower Bones |
| 1 | Operation | Fluoroscopy |
| J | Body Part | Calcaneus, Right |