AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2026 Quarter 4; ICD-10-PCS New/Revised Codes Section X – New Technology
Dilation of Lower Leg Arteries with Small-Diameter Peripheral Vascular Intraluminal Device
In table X27, Dilation of Cardiovascular System, device value N Intraluminal Device(s), Small-diameter, was added to body part values for the tibial and peroneal arteries for approach value 3 Percutaneous. This addition will enable reporting dilation of arteries of the lower leg using a small-diameter peripheral vascular intraluminal device. Body Part Approach Device/Substance/Technology Qualifier P Anterior Tibial Artery, Right Q Anterior Tibial Artery, Left R Posterior Tibial Artery, Right S Posterior Tibial Artery, Left T Peroneal Artery, Right U Peroneal Artery, Left 3 Percutaneous N Intraluminal Device(s), Small-diameter C New Technology Group 12 For example, the MicroStent Peripheral Vascular...
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Article Overview
The article discusses an update to the ICD-10-PCS table for dilation of cardiovascular system, including its scope across tibial and peroneal arteries and a brief reference to a peripheral vascular stent system. It is relevant to professionals following PCS changes for lower-leg vascular procedures.
Why This Topic Matters
The topic may be useful to coding and vascular care professionals who need to stay informed about changes affecting the representation of lower-leg artery procedures in ICD-10-PCS.
What You Will Learn
- The scope of the ICD-10-PCS table update discussed in the article.
- Which lower-leg artery groups and procedural approach are addressed.
- The general context in which a small-diameter peripheral vascular device is mentioned.
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Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Health information management professionals
- Coding educators
- Vascular care professionals
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