ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidneys Ureters And Bladder: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BT14 includes procedures performed to image structures in the kidneys, ureters, and bladder in real time using fluoroscopy. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when fluoroscopic imaging of the urinary system is performed for diagnostic visualization or to guide procedures. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BT14 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Kidneys Ureters And Bladder Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview

This procedure group involves real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the urinary system, specifically the kidneys, ureters, and bladder, using external ionizing radiation displayed on a fluorescent screen and optionally stored by digital or analog means. These procedures target the urinary system to visualize anatomy and guide diagnostic or therapeutic interventions. Accurate International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Procedure Coding System coding ensures inpatient records reflect the imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment and reimbursement.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
T	Body System	Urinary System
1	Operation	Fluoroscopy
4	Body Part	Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder

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Kidneys Ureters And Bladder Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
T	Body System	Urinary System
1	Operation	Fluoroscopy
4	Body Part	Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient care includes fluoroscopic imaging of the kidneys, ureters, or bladder performed with external ionizing radiation displayed in real time. Apply these codes when the imaging is the documented procedure performed to visualize urinary tract anatomy or to assist in a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BT140ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using High Osmolar Contrast
BT141ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using Low Osmolar Contrast
BT14YZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using Other Contrast
BT14ZZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient presents to the inpatient unit with acute-onset gross hematuria and flank pain after known nephrolithiasis; the clinical team admits the patient for evaluation to localize bleeding and assess stone position before potential endoscopic intervention, so real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder is performed during contrast administration to visualize collecting system anatomy and guide planning. Typical codes: BT141ZZ, BT140ZZ
A middle-aged patient is admitted electively for evaluation of recurrent urinary tract obstruction and suspected ureteral stricture following prior pelvic surgery; during inpatient workup the urology team performs fluoroscopic imaging to delineate ureteral narrowing and document contrast flow through the urinary tract to assist with decision-making for dilation or stent placement. Typical codes: BT14ZZZ, BT14YZZ
A postoperative patient develops suspected urinary leak and rising drain output after partial nephrectomy; the patient is kept inpatient for urgent diagnostic imaging, and fluoroscopy with contrast is used in real time to identify extravasation from the renal collecting system and to guide potential percutaneous or endoscopic management. Typical codes: BT140ZZ, BT14YZZ

Related Codes

BT10-BLADDER-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Bladder: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT11-KIDNEY-RIGHT-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT12-LEFT-KIDNEY-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT13-KIDNEYS-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidneys: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT15-URETHRA-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Urethra: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT16-URETER-RIGHT-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ureter Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT17-URETER-LEFT-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ureter Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT1B-BLADDER-AND-URETHRA-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Bladder And Urethra: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT1C-ILEAL-DIVERSION-LOOP-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ileal Diversion Loop: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT1D-KIDNEY-URETER-BLADDER-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney, Ureter And Bladder, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BT140ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using High Osmolar Contrast
BT141ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using Low Osmolar Contrast
BT14YZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using Other Contrast
BT14ZZZ	Fluoroscopy of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient presents to the inpatient unit with acute-onset gross hematuria and flank pain after known nephrolithiasis; the clinical team admits the patient for evaluation to localize bleeding and assess stone position before potential endoscopic intervention, so real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the kidneys, ureters, and bladder is performed during contrast administration to visualize collecting system anatomy and guide planning. Typical codes: BT141ZZ, BT140ZZ
A middle-aged patient is admitted electively for evaluation of recurrent urinary tract obstruction and suspected ureteral stricture following prior pelvic surgery; during inpatient workup the urology team performs fluoroscopic imaging to delineate ureteral narrowing and document contrast flow through the urinary tract to assist with decision-making for dilation or stent placement. Typical codes: BT14ZZZ, BT14YZZ
A postoperative patient develops suspected urinary leak and rising drain output after partial nephrectomy; the patient is kept inpatient for urgent diagnostic imaging, and fluoroscopy with contrast is used in real time to identify extravasation from the renal collecting system and to guide potential percutaneous or endoscopic management. Typical codes: BT140ZZ, BT14YZZ

Related Codes

BT10-BLADDER-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Bladder: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT11-KIDNEY-RIGHT-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT12-LEFT-KIDNEY-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT13-KIDNEYS-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidneys: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT15-URETHRA-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Urethra: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT16-URETER-RIGHT-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ureter Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT17-URETER-LEFT-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ureter Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT1B-BLADDER-AND-URETHRA-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Bladder And Urethra: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT1C-ILEAL-DIVERSION-LOOP-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ileal Diversion Loop: Procedure Code Group Overview

BT1D-KIDNEY-URETER-BLADDER-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidney, Ureter And Bladder, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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Kidneys Ureters And Bladder Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

ICD-10-PCS Code For Kidneys Ureters And Bladder: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the BT14 ICD-10-PCS code group?

What is the primary purpose of BT14 fluoroscopy procedures?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system are these codes classified?

How does accurate coding within BT14 affect inpatient records?

When should a coder choose contrast-specific BT14 codes versus `BT14ZZZ`?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the BT14 ICD-10-PCS code group?

What is the primary purpose of BT14 fluoroscopy procedures?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system are these codes classified?

How does accurate coding within BT14 affect inpatient records?

When should a coder choose contrast-specific BT14 codes versus `BT14ZZZ`?

References