AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2024 Issue 4; Ask the Editor

Kerecis® Graft

A patient who previously underwent surgical correction of a crush injury to the right hallux was admitted for debridement and Kerecis® fish graft placement due to the development of necrosis of the dorsal hallux. An incisional debridement down to and including the extensor hallucis longus tendon was performed. The proximal and distal phalanx bone was exposed. There was no purulence or signs of acute infection. The area was flushed and a Kerecis® wound graft was placed within the wound bed. What is the correct ICD-10-PCS code for the placement of a Kerecis® graft? ...

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