ICD-10-PCS Code For Vasa Vasorum: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BV08 includes procedures performed to image structures in the vasa vasorum using planar radiography in the male reproductive system. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when planar radiographic imaging of the vasa vasorum is performed to evaluate vascular wall supply or related pathology. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BV08 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Vasa Vasorum Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve planar radiographic imaging of the vasa vasorum, the small blood vessels that supply the walls of larger vessels, and target the male reproductive system when applicable. These procedures use external ionizing radiation captured on photographic or photoconductive plates to develop a planar image. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding for these imaging procedures is important for inpatient documentation and reimbursement because it reflects the specific body part imaged and the imaging technique used.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
V	Body System	Male Reproductive System
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
8	Body Part	Vasa Vasorum

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Vasa Vasorum Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
V	Body System	Male Reproductive System
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
8	Body Part	Vasa Vasorum

When to Use

Use a code from this group when planar radiography is performed to image the vasa vasorum as part of inpatient evaluation or management. These codes apply when the imaging modality, body part, and inpatient setting match the ICD-10-PCS BV08 attributes.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BV080ZZ	Plain Radiography of Vasa Vasorum using High Osmolar Contrast
BV081ZZ	Plain Radiography of Vasa Vasorum using Low Osmolar Contrast
BV08YZZ	Plain Radiography of Vasa Vasorum using Other Contrast

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged man is admitted through the emergency department with acute onset severe scrotal pain and suspected vascular compromise of the spermatic cord after blunt groin trauma; clinicians are concerned about injury to the vasa vasorum supplying the vessel walls causing ischemia or hemorrhage, so inpatient planar radiographic imaging is ordered to evaluate vessel wall integrity and detect contrast leakage. Typical codes: BV080ZZ, BV081ZZ
An older male with progressive scrotal swelling and a history of peripheral vascular disease is scheduled for inpatient diagnostic imaging to assess chronic inflammatory changes of the vessel walls in the pampiniform plexus; the team performs planar radiography with contrast to delineate the vasa vasorum and guide further vascular management. Typical codes: BV081ZZ, BV08YZZ
A postoperative inpatient who recently underwent repair of an inguinal hernia develops increasing pain and a palpable cord suggestive of postoperative hematoma or pseudoaneurysm affecting the local vessel wall microvasculature; bedside planar radiography with contrast is obtained to evaluate the vasa vasorum for active extravasation or structural disruption as part of complication assessment. Typical codes: BV080ZZ, BV08YZZ

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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

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BV080ZZ	Plain Radiography of Vasa Vasorum using High Osmolar Contrast
BV081ZZ	Plain Radiography of Vasa Vasorum using Low Osmolar Contrast
BV08YZZ	Plain Radiography of Vasa Vasorum using Other Contrast

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged man is admitted through the emergency department with acute onset severe scrotal pain and suspected vascular compromise of the spermatic cord after blunt groin trauma; clinicians are concerned about injury to the vasa vasorum supplying the vessel walls causing ischemia or hemorrhage, so inpatient planar radiographic imaging is ordered to evaluate vessel wall integrity and detect contrast leakage. Typical codes: BV080ZZ, BV081ZZ
An older male with progressive scrotal swelling and a history of peripheral vascular disease is scheduled for inpatient diagnostic imaging to assess chronic inflammatory changes of the vessel walls in the pampiniform plexus; the team performs planar radiography with contrast to delineate the vasa vasorum and guide further vascular management. Typical codes: BV081ZZ, BV08YZZ
A postoperative inpatient who recently underwent repair of an inguinal hernia develops increasing pain and a palpable cord suggestive of postoperative hematoma or pseudoaneurysm affecting the local vessel wall microvasculature; bedside planar radiography with contrast is obtained to evaluate the vasa vasorum for active extravasation or structural disruption as part of complication assessment. Typical codes: BV080ZZ, BV08YZZ

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BV02-EPIDIDYMIS-LEFT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BV03-PROSTATE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BV05-TESTICLE-RIGHT-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BV06-LEFT-TESTICLE-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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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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ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers plain radiography of the vasa vasorum?

What are the specific codes included in the BV08 group?

What is the operation and body system defined for BV08 procedures?

When should BV08 codes be used for inpatient documentation?

How do BV08 codes relate to reimbursement and billing?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers plain radiography of the vasa vasorum?

What are the specific codes included in the BV08 group?

What is the operation and body system defined for BV08 procedures?

When should BV08 codes be used for inpatient documentation?

How do BV08 codes relate to reimbursement and billing?

References