AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2026 Quarter 4; ICD-10-PCS New/Revised Codes Section 3 – Administration
Enzymatic/Chemical Agent Debridement
In table 3E0, Introduction in Physiological Systems and Anatomical Regions, qualifier value F Other Enzymatic/Chemical Agent, was added to body system values 0 Skin and Mucous Membranes, and 1 Subcutaneous Tissue, substance value G Other Therapeutic Substance, and approach value X External. This addition will capture the use of topical enzymatic agents for wounds. Body System/Region Approach Substance Qualifier 0 Skin and Mucous Membranes 1 Subcutaneous Tissue X External G Other Therapeutic Substance F Other Enzymatic/Chemical Agent For example, Collagenase SANTYL Ointment and NexoBrid® (anacaulase-bcdb) Gel are enzymatic agents that are used to dissolve nonviable necrotic tissue. Clostridial collagenase...
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Article Overview
The article describes an addition to an ICD-10-PCS table concerning enzymatic and chemical agents in wound-related procedures. It also provides background on topical enzymatic agents and their role in wound care.
Why This Topic Matters
The update is relevant to readers tracking changes to ICD-10-PCS and the classification of wound-related procedures involving topical agents.
What You Will Learn
- The general scope of the ICD-10-PCS table update discussed.
- How topical enzymatic agents relate to wound debridement.
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Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding and health information management professionals
- Wound care professionals
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