ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney Right: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BT11 includes procedures performed to image the right kidney using fluoroscopy. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when fluoroscopic visualization of the right kidney is performed to evaluate, guide, or document clinical care. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BT11 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Kidney, Right Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview
This group includes single plane or bi-plane real-time display procedures using external ionizing radiation to visualize the right kidney within the urinary system. These procedures involve fluoroscopic imaging that may be viewed live and optionally recorded by digital or analog means. Accurate coding of these imaging procedures is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the imaging modality and body part targeted, which affects case mix and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| B | Section | Imaging |
| T | Body System | Urinary System |
| 1 | Operation | Fluoroscopy |
| 1 | Body Part | Kidney, Right |