AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2026 Quarter 4; ICD-10-PCS New/Revised Codes Section X – New Technology
Replacement of Pulmonary Valve with Size Adjustable Device
In table X2R, Replacement of Cardiovascular System, device value G Size-Adjustable Synthetic Substitute, and body part value H Pulmonary Valve, were added to the approach value 0 Open. This addition captures the replacement of the pulmonary valve with a size adjustable replacement valve. Body Part Approach Device/Substance/Technology Qualifier H Pulmonary Valve 0 Open G Synthetic Substitute, Size-Adjustable C New Technology Group 12 The Autus Size-Adjustable Valve, for example, is indicated for pediatric patients with severe congenital pulmonary valve disease who are between the ages of 18 months to 16 years old. As the child grows, the diameter of the...
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Article Overview
The article describes a change to the ICD-10-PCS cardiovascular system replacement table concerning pulmonary valve replacement with a size-adjustable device. It is relevant to readers following procedure-table updates and coverage of pediatric pulmonary valve care.
Why This Topic Matters
The update concerns how a specialized pulmonary valve replacement procedure is represented in the procedure classification system, making it relevant to professionals who monitor changes to cardiovascular procedure tables.
What You Will Learn
- The scope of the ICD-10-PCS table update concerning pulmonary valve replacement.
- The general clinical context of size-adjustable pulmonary valve devices.
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Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Health information management professionals
- Clinicians involved in pediatric pulmonary valve care
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