AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2026 Quarter 4; ICD-10-PCS New/Revised Codes Section X – New Technology
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention using Image-Guided Crossing and Re-Entry Catheter System
In new table XEZ, Other Procedures of Physiological Systems and Anatomical Regions, technology value N Coronary Artery Access using Image-Guided Crossing and Re-entry System, and body part value J Coronary Artery/Arteries, were added to approach value 3 Percutaneous, to report percutaneous coronary intervention using a simultaneous image-guided crossing and re-entry catheter system. Section: X New Technology Body System: E Physiological Systems and Anatomical Regions Operation: Z Other Procedures Body Part Approach Device/Substance/Technology Qualifier J Coronary Artery/Arteries 3 Percutaneous N Coronary Artery Access using Image-Guided Crossing and Re-entry System C New Technology Group 12 For example, the Acolyte™ Image Guided...
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Article Overview
The article discusses a technology-specific ICD-10-PCS table entry in the context of percutaneous coronary intervention and describes the general function of an image-guided crossing and re-entry catheter system. It also provides a product example and background on the use of intravascular imaging in coronary procedures.
Why This Topic Matters
The content is relevant to readers tracking ICD-10-PCS updates and technology-related classification topics in interventional cardiology.
What You Will Learn
- The ICD-10-PCS subject matter addressed for image-guided coronary artery access technology.
- The general role of image guidance and catheter systems in percutaneous coronary procedures.
- The clinical context discussed for chronic total occlusions and intravascular imaging.
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Who Should Read This
- Medical coders and coding professionals
- Healthcare compliance and reimbursement professionals
- Interventional cardiology professionals
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