AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2017 Issue 2; In This Issue

Qualifiers for the Root Operation Detachment

The following information is being provided in response to many questions as to how ICD-10-PCS’ qualifiers for the root operation “Detachment” are defined and how they are to be assigned for coding and reporting purposes. The specific qualifiers used for Detachment are dependent on the body part value in the upper and lower extremities body systems. The qualifier values are described below: Upper arm and upper leg Qualifier 1 - High: Amputation at the proximal portion of the shaft of the humerus or femur Qualifier 2 - Mid: Amputation at the middle portion of the shaft of the...

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