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 BQ21 includes procedures performed to capture and digitally reformat multiplanar computerized tomography images of the left hip. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when cross-sectional imaging is performed to evaluate bony structures, trauma, infection, or surgical planning of the left hip. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BQ21 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 Computerized Tomography Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes computerized tomography scans of the left hip developed from multiple exposures of external ionizing radiation and reformatted into multiplanar digital images. These procedures target the non-axial lower bones body system and provide detailed cross-sectional views of the left hip for diagnostic and preoperative planning purposes. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these imaging procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the exact imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| B | Section | Imaging |
| Q | Body System | Non-Axial Lower Bones |
| 2 | Operation | Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) |
| 1 | Body Part | Hip, Left |