ICD-10-PCS Code For Abdomen And Pelvis: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BW01 includes procedures performed to capture planar radiographic images of anatomical regions using external ionizing radiation in the abdomen and pelvis. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when plain radiography of the abdomen and pelvis is performed to evaluate or monitor clinical conditions. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BW01 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Abdomen And Pelvis Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve plain radiography imaging of the abdomen and pelvis using external ionizing radiation captured on photographic or photoconductive plates. These procedures target the anatomical regions of the abdomen and pelvis to visualize bony structures, soft tissues, and gas patterns. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment and reimbursement.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
W	Body System	Anatomical Regions
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
1	Body Part	Abdomen and Pelvis

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Abdomen And Pelvis Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
W	Body System	Anatomical Regions
0	Operation	Plain Radiography
1	Body Part	Abdomen and Pelvis

When to Use

Use codes from this group when plain radiographic imaging of the abdomen and pelvis is performed during an inpatient stay. These codes apply when planar abdominal or pelvic radiographs are obtained to evaluate, monitor, or aid diagnosis of clinical conditions in those anatomical regions.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BW01ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Abdomen and Pelvis

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient is admitted from the emergency department with acute, severe abdominal pain and distention after several hours of vomiting. The inpatient team orders an upright and supine plain abdominal radiograph series to evaluate for bowel obstruction, free intraperitoneal air, or abnormal gas patterns to guide urgent management. Imaging is performed using external ionizing radiation captured on a photographic/photoconductive plate to obtain planar views of the abdomen and pelvis. Typical codes: BW01ZZZ
An elderly inpatient scheduled for non-emergent evaluation of chronic constipation and unexplained weight loss undergoes a plain radiograph of the abdomen and pelvis to assess fecal burden, bowel gas distribution, and any obvious masses before further diagnostic testing. The procedure is performed on the ward using external ionizing radiation to produce planar images that supplement clinical examination and guide next diagnostic steps. Typical codes: BW01ZZZ
A postoperative patient on the surgical floor develops new abdominal distention and concern for ileus versus obstruction after recent pelvic surgery. A plain abdominal and pelvic radiograph series is obtained at the bedside to rapidly evaluate bowel gas patterns and confirm or exclude free air or obstruction as a cause of the clinical deterioration. The study uses external ionizing radiation to create planar images of the abdomen and pelvis to inform immediate management. Typical codes: BW01ZZZ

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BW00-ABDOMEN-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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BW03-CHEST-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BW0B-LONG-BONES-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Long Bones: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0C-LOWER-EXTREMITY-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Extremity: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0J-UPPER-EXTREMITY-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Extremity: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0K-WHOLE-BODY-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Whole Body: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0L-WHOLE-SKELETON-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Whole Skeleton: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0M-INFANT-WHOLE-BODY-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Infant Whole Body: Procedure Code Group Overview

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

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BW01ZZZ	Plain Radiography of Abdomen and Pelvis

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient is admitted from the emergency department with acute, severe abdominal pain and distention after several hours of vomiting. The inpatient team orders an upright and supine plain abdominal radiograph series to evaluate for bowel obstruction, free intraperitoneal air, or abnormal gas patterns to guide urgent management. Imaging is performed using external ionizing radiation captured on a photographic/photoconductive plate to obtain planar views of the abdomen and pelvis. Typical codes: BW01ZZZ
An elderly inpatient scheduled for non-emergent evaluation of chronic constipation and unexplained weight loss undergoes a plain radiograph of the abdomen and pelvis to assess fecal burden, bowel gas distribution, and any obvious masses before further diagnostic testing. The procedure is performed on the ward using external ionizing radiation to produce planar images that supplement clinical examination and guide next diagnostic steps. Typical codes: BW01ZZZ
A postoperative patient on the surgical floor develops new abdominal distention and concern for ileus versus obstruction after recent pelvic surgery. A plain abdominal and pelvic radiograph series is obtained at the bedside to rapidly evaluate bowel gas patterns and confirm or exclude free air or obstruction as a cause of the clinical deterioration. The study uses external ionizing radiation to create planar images of the abdomen and pelvis to inform immediate management. Typical codes: BW01ZZZ

Related Codes

BW00-ABDOMEN-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BW03-CHEST-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

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

BW0B-LONG-BONES-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Long Bones: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0C-LOWER-EXTREMITY-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Extremity: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0J-UPPER-EXTREMITY-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Extremity: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0K-WHOLE-BODY-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Whole Body: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0L-WHOLE-SKELETON-PLAIN-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Whole Skeleton: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW0M-INFANT-WHOLE-BODY-RADIOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Infant Whole Body: Procedure Code Group Overview

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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Abdomen And Pelvis Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Abdomen And Pelvis Plain Radiography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code represents plain radiography of the abdomen and pelvis?

What is the clinical focus of procedures in the BW01 code group?

In which coding section and body system is `BW01ZZZ` classified?

How does accurate coding of `BW01ZZZ` affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

Are there related DRGs listed for the BW01 code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code represents plain radiography of the abdomen and pelvis?

What is the clinical focus of procedures in the BW01 code group?

In which coding section and body system is `BW01ZZZ` classified?

How does accurate coding of `BW01ZZZ` affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

Are there related DRGs listed for the BW01 code group?

References