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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Surgery

ICD-10 Coding for Surgery

0DTJ4ZZ
0HBT0ZZ

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for surgery includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Surgical Procedure
Operation
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Surgery

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Surgery

Use ICD-10 code 0DTJ4ZZ for inspection of appendix, percutaneous endoscopic approach, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Inspection of Appendix, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach

Non-Billable
0DTJ4ZZ
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

documentation:
  • • Operative note must specify inspection without resection.

Applicable To

  • • Laparoscopic appendectomy inspection

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies inspection only.

Excision of Breast, Open Approach

Non-Billable
0HBT0ZZ
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Bilateral breast reduction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure bilateral procedures are documented with appropriate modifiers.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for laparoscopic appendectomy?

The ICD-10 code for a laparoscopic appendectomy is 0DTJ4ZZ for inspection and 0DTJ8ZZ for resection.

How do you code a bilateral breast reduction?

For bilateral breast reduction, use code 0HBT0ZZ with modifier -50 to indicate a bilateral procedure.

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