ICD-10-PCS Code For Femur Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BQ24 includes procedures performed to capture and digitally reformat multiplanar computerized tomography images of the left femur. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when cross-sectional imaging of the non-axial lower bone of the left femur is performed for diagnosis, preoperative planning, or assessment of trauma or disease. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BQ24 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Femur, Left Computerized Tomography Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes computerized tomography imaging of the left femur, targeting the non-axial lower bone structures. Procedures involve computer reformatting and digital display of multiplanar images developed from multiple exposures of external ionizing radiation. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding for these imaging procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the specific diagnostic imaging performed and supports correct reimbursement for imaging services.
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) |
| 4 | Body Part | Femur, Left |