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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group D0Y0 includes procedures performed to apply other radiation to the brain. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when therapeutic radiation is delivered to brain tissue for treatment or palliation. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS D0Y0 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Brain Other Radiation Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes other radiation therapy procedures directed at the brain within the central and peripheral nervous system. These procedures involve delivering therapeutic ionizing radiation to brain tissues using specialized equipment and techniques. Accurate inpatient coding of these radiation procedures is important for documenting the treatment delivered to the central nervous system and for correct reimbursement and case mix assignment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
D	Section	Radiation Therapy
0	Body System	Central and Peripheral Nervous System
Y	Operation	Other Radiation
0	Body Part	Brain

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Brain Other Radiation Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
D	Section	Radiation Therapy
0	Body System	Central and Peripheral Nervous System
Y	Operation	Other Radiation
0	Body Part	Brain

When to Use

Use a code from this group when a patient receives other forms of therapeutic radiation directed at brain structures during an inpatient stay. Select the specific ICD-10-PCS code that reflects the method and delivery technique of the radiation administered.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
D0Y07ZZ	Contact Radiation of Brain
D0Y08ZZ	Hyperthermia of Brain
D0Y0CZZ	Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT) of Brain
D0Y0FZZ	Plaque Radiation of Brain

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient with a solitary, newly diagnosed intracranial metastatic lesion causing localized symptoms is admitted for planned, targeted intraoperative radiation delivered directly to the tumor bed immediately following surgical resection to reduce local recurrence risk. The patient is otherwise stable, and the multidisciplinary team elects intraoperative delivery of therapeutic radiation in the operating suite as part of a combined resection and adjuvant treatment strategy. The procedure treats brain tissue at the surgical site and is documented in the inpatient record to capture the radiation delivery performed during the operative session. Typical codes: D0Y0CZZ
A pediatric patient with a small, posterior uveal plaque-adjacent brain tumor unsuitable for external beam conformal therapy is admitted for plaque-based radiation directed at a localized brain lesion to provide focal cytotoxic dose while sparing surrounding tissue. The admission is arranged to monitor neurologic status and provide sedation/analgesia during plaque placement and subsequent inpatient observation. The plaque radiation is applied to the brain tissue to achieve therapeutic effect consistent with focal brachytherapy techniques. Typical codes: D0Y0FZZ
An elderly patient presents acutely with recurrent focal seizures and progressive neurologic decline from a previously irradiated brain tumor; during an inpatient admission for symptom control the team administers contact radiation to a superficial recurrent lesion to provide palliation and rapid local control. The procedure is selected for its ability to deliver localized therapeutic ionizing radiation directly to the affected brain surface through contact technique when other options are limited. Inpatient coding reflects the procedure performed to palliate neurologic symptoms and attempt local tumor control. Typical codes: D0Y07ZZ

Related Codes

D0Y1-BRAIN-STEM-OTHER-RADIATION

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D0Y6-SPINAL-CORD-OTHER-RADIATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Spinal Cord: Procedure Code Group Overview

D0Y7-PERIPHERAL-NERVE-OTHER-RADIATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Peripheral Nerve: 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
D0Y07ZZ	Contact Radiation of Brain
D0Y08ZZ	Hyperthermia of Brain
D0Y0CZZ	Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT) of Brain
D0Y0FZZ	Plaque Radiation of Brain

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient with a solitary, newly diagnosed intracranial metastatic lesion causing localized symptoms is admitted for planned, targeted intraoperative radiation delivered directly to the tumor bed immediately following surgical resection to reduce local recurrence risk. The patient is otherwise stable, and the multidisciplinary team elects intraoperative delivery of therapeutic radiation in the operating suite as part of a combined resection and adjuvant treatment strategy. The procedure treats brain tissue at the surgical site and is documented in the inpatient record to capture the radiation delivery performed during the operative session. Typical codes: D0Y0CZZ
A pediatric patient with a small, posterior uveal plaque-adjacent brain tumor unsuitable for external beam conformal therapy is admitted for plaque-based radiation directed at a localized brain lesion to provide focal cytotoxic dose while sparing surrounding tissue. The admission is arranged to monitor neurologic status and provide sedation/analgesia during plaque placement and subsequent inpatient observation. The plaque radiation is applied to the brain tissue to achieve therapeutic effect consistent with focal brachytherapy techniques. Typical codes: D0Y0FZZ
An elderly patient presents acutely with recurrent focal seizures and progressive neurologic decline from a previously irradiated brain tumor; during an inpatient admission for symptom control the team administers contact radiation to a superficial recurrent lesion to provide palliation and rapid local control. The procedure is selected for its ability to deliver localized therapeutic ionizing radiation directly to the affected brain surface through contact technique when other options are limited. Inpatient coding reflects the procedure performed to palliate neurologic symptoms and attempt local tumor control. Typical codes: D0Y07ZZ

Related Codes

D0Y1-BRAIN-STEM-OTHER-RADIATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Brain Stem: Procedure Code Group Overview

D0Y6-SPINAL-CORD-OTHER-RADIATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Spinal Cord: Procedure Code Group Overview

D0Y7-PERIPHERAL-NERVE-OTHER-RADIATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Peripheral Nerve: 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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Brain Other Radiation Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the D0Y0 brain radiation procedure group?

What is the ICD-10-PCS section and body system for these codes?

When are D0Y0 codes used in inpatient documentation?

Are there related DRGs listed for the D0Y0 code group?

What is the importance of accurate coding for the D0Y0 brain radiation group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the D0Y0 brain radiation procedure group?

What is the ICD-10-PCS section and body system for these codes?

When are D0Y0 codes used in inpatient documentation?

Are there related DRGs listed for the D0Y0 code group?

What is the importance of accurate coding for the D0Y0 brain radiation group?

References