ICD-10-PCS Code For Ureter Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BT17 includes procedures performed to image structures in the left ureter using fluoroscopy. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when real-time fluoroscopic visualization of the left ureter is required for diagnosis, guidance, or confirmation of devices or interventions. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BT17 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging service performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Ureter, Left Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the left ureter within the urinary system, using external ionizing radiation captured on a fluorescent screen and often stored digitally. Procedures visualize the left ureter to assist diagnosis, guide interventions, or document anatomy and device placement. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these fluoroscopy procedures affects inpatient documentation and reimbursement by reflecting the imaging services performed.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| B | Section | Imaging |
| T | Body System | Urinary System |
| 1 | Operation | Fluoroscopy |
| 7 | Body Part | Ureter, Left |