Application of Bioengineered Allogeneic Construct

At code Table XHR, Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue, Fascia and Breast, Replacement, a new device/substance/technology value F Bioengineered Allogeneic Construct was added as shown below. The new code was created for replacement of skin using bioengineered allogeneic construct for the treatment of adults with severe thermal burns.   Section: X New Technology Body System: H Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue, Fascia and Breast Operation: R Replacement Body Part Approach Device/ Substance/ Technology Qualifier P Skin X External F Bioengineered Allogeneic Construct 7 New Technology Group 7 StrataGraftTM skin tissue is a viable, bioengineered, allogeneic construct made up of an epidermal layer of...

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Article Overview

This article covers a newly added ICD-10-PCS device/substance/technology value associated with skin replacement in the New Technology table. It is intended for coding professionals, CDI staff, and reimbursement teams who need to understand the scope of the update, the affected body system and operation, and the clinical setting in which the technology is used. The article also provides background on the bioengineered construct and its role in treatment of severe thermal burns.

Why This Topic Matters

New technology updates can affect procedure code assignment, documentation review, and facility reporting for burn-related skin replacement cases. Understanding the scope of the change helps coding and compliance teams stay aligned with current ICD-10-PCS guidance.

What You Will Learn

  • Which ICD-10-PCS table and body system are affected by the update
  • How the new technology value is positioned within the New Technology section
  • What broad clinical context is associated with the new construct
  • Why the update is relevant to skin replacement cases involving severe thermal burns

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Clinical documentation specialists
  • Reimbursement staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals

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