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 BW11 includes procedures performed to image abdominal and pelvic structures using fluoroscopy. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when real-time radiographic visualization of the abdomen and pelvis is required for diagnosis, procedural guidance, or assessment. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BW11 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 Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the abdomen and pelvis using external ionizing radiation with display on a fluorescent screen and optional digital or analog storage. The procedures target the anatomical regions of the abdomen and pelvis and are used to visualize internal structures and guide interventions. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these fluoroscopy procedures matters for correct inpatient documentation and reimbursement because it captures the imaging performed and supports appropriate case classification.

Code Attributes

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

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Abdomen And Pelvis Fluoroscopy Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

When to Use

Use a code from this group when real-time fluoroscopic imaging of the abdomen or pelvis is performed to visualize anatomy, guide a procedure, or confirm device placement. Choose the specific ICD-10-PCS code that reflects whether single-plane or bi-plane fluoroscopy and any image storage options were used.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BW110ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis using High Osmolar Contrast
BW111ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis using Low Osmolar Contrast
BW11YZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis using Other Contrast
BW11ZZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient presents to the emergency department with sudden onset severe lower abdominal pain, distension, and vomiting suspicious for small bowel obstruction after recent abdominal surgery; inpatient evaluation requires real-time visualization to assess bowel loops and guide nasogastric tube placement or contrast administration to confirm obstruction and transit. Fluoroscopic imaging of the abdomen and pelvis is used to observe contrast passage and assist bedside procedural guidance. Typical codes: BW11ZZZ, BW111ZZ
A middle-aged patient is admitted electively for image-guided placement of a percutaneous feeding gastrostomy due to neurologic dysphagia; during the procedure, continuous fluoroscopic imaging is used to visualize the stomach and pelvis positioning and to confirm tube placement while contrast may be injected to delineate anatomy. The inpatient team documents fluoroscopic guidance performed for safe device deployment and confirmation. Typical codes: BW110ZZ, BW11YZZ
A postpartum patient develops suspected uterine or pelvic bleeding with hemodynamic instability after delivery; interventional management requires real-time fluoroscopic visualization of pelvic vasculature during catheter-directed embolization and repeated contrast runs to localize bleeding sources. Fluoroscopy of the abdomen and pelvis is performed in the inpatient setting to guide endovascular therapy and monitor contrast flow. Typical codes: BW111ZZ, BW11YZZ

Related Codes

BW19-HEAD-AND-NECK-FLUOROSCOPY

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BW1C-LOWER-EXTREMITY-FLUOROSCOPY

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

BW1J-UPPER-EXTREMITY-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Extremity: 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

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BW110ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis using High Osmolar Contrast
BW111ZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis using Low Osmolar Contrast
BW11YZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis using Other Contrast
BW11ZZZ	Fluoroscopy of Abdomen and Pelvis

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient presents to the emergency department with sudden onset severe lower abdominal pain, distension, and vomiting suspicious for small bowel obstruction after recent abdominal surgery; inpatient evaluation requires real-time visualization to assess bowel loops and guide nasogastric tube placement or contrast administration to confirm obstruction and transit. Fluoroscopic imaging of the abdomen and pelvis is used to observe contrast passage and assist bedside procedural guidance. Typical codes: BW11ZZZ, BW111ZZ
A middle-aged patient is admitted electively for image-guided placement of a percutaneous feeding gastrostomy due to neurologic dysphagia; during the procedure, continuous fluoroscopic imaging is used to visualize the stomach and pelvis positioning and to confirm tube placement while contrast may be injected to delineate anatomy. The inpatient team documents fluoroscopic guidance performed for safe device deployment and confirmation. Typical codes: BW110ZZ, BW11YZZ
A postpartum patient develops suspected uterine or pelvic bleeding with hemodynamic instability after delivery; interventional management requires real-time fluoroscopic visualization of pelvic vasculature during catheter-directed embolization and repeated contrast runs to localize bleeding sources. Fluoroscopy of the abdomen and pelvis is performed in the inpatient setting to guide endovascular therapy and monitor contrast flow. Typical codes: BW111ZZ, BW11YZZ

Related Codes

BW19-HEAD-AND-NECK-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Head And Neck: Procedure Code Group Overview

BW1C-LOWER-EXTREMITY-FLUOROSCOPY

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

BW1J-UPPER-EXTREMITY-FLUOROSCOPY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Extremity: 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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Code Attributes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in the BW11 ICD-10-PCS group?

What are the specific ICD-10-PCS codes listed in the BW11 group?

Why is accurate coding within the BW11 group important?

What are the code attributes for BW11 procedures?

When should BW11 fluoroscopy codes be used in inpatient documentation?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in the BW11 ICD-10-PCS group?

What are the specific ICD-10-PCS codes listed in the BW11 group?

Why is accurate coding within the BW11 group important?

What are the code attributes for BW11 procedures?

When should BW11 fluoroscopy codes be used in inpatient documentation?

References