ICD-10-PCS Code For Breast Left: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group CH21 includes procedures performed to obtain three-dimensional nuclear medicine images of the breast, left. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when tomographic nuclear medicine imaging with introduction of radioactive materials is performed on the left breast. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS CH21 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific nuclear medicine imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Breast Left Tomographic Nuclear Medicine Imaging Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes tomographic nuclear medicine imaging of the left breast, targeting the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and breast. Procedures involve introduction of radioactive materials and capture of emitted radiation to produce three-dimensional images. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding matters for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific nuclear medicine imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment and payment.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| C | Section | Nuclear Medicine |
| H | Body System | Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast |
| 2 | Operation | Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging |
| 1 | Body Part | Breast, Left |