ICD-10-PCS Code For Cervical Vertebral Joints: Procedure Code Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group XRG2 includes procedures performed to join together portions of articular structures rendering the articular body part immobile in the cervical vertebral joints. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when fusion of two or more cervical vertebral joints is performed to stabilize the cervical spine. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS XRG2 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific fusion procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.
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Cervical Vertebral Joints Fusion Procedure Overview
This procedure group includes fusion operations that join together portions of cervical vertebral joints to render the joints immobile. These procedures target the joints of the cervical spine and may use bone grafts, implants, or biologic adjuncts to achieve solid arthrodesis. Accurate coding matters because inpatient reimbursement and case mix grouping depend on precise documentation of the body part and fusion operation.
Code Attributes
| Character | ICD-10-PCS Category | Code Group Details |
|---|---|---|
| X | Section | New Technology |
| R | Body System | Joints |
| G | Operation | Fusion |
| 2 | Body Part | Cervical Vertebral Joints, 2 or more |