AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2026 Issue 1; Section X – New Technology
Dilation of Inferior Vena Cava and Iliocaval Confluence with Open-Structure Lattice Stent
In table X27, Dilation of Cardiovascular System, device value C Intraluminal Device, Open-Structure Polymer Lattice, and body part value 2 Inferior Vena Cava and Iliocaval Confluence, were added to the approach value 3 Percutaneous. This addition allows the reporting of the insertion of an open-structure polymer lattice stent to treat symptomatic obstructions at the inferior vena cava with or without obstruction at the iliofemoral veins.Body Part Approach Device/Substance/Technology Qualifier 2 Inferior Vena Cava and Iliocaval Confluence 3 Percutaneous C Intraluminal Device, Open-structure Polymer Lattice B New Technology Group 11 For example, the GORE® VIABHAN® FORTEGRA venous stent implant...
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Article Overview
This article covers a procedure coding update in ICD-10-PCS for cardiovascular interventions involving the inferior vena cava and iliocaval confluence. It describes the table change, the relevant body part, approach, device, and qualifier values, and places the update in the context of a venous stent technology example. The content is relevant to inpatient coders, CDI professionals, and reimbursement staff who track PCS table changes and technology-specific reporting guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding this update helps coding professionals recognize when the new table values apply to venous stent procedures in the iliocaval region and stay current with ICD-10-PCS reporting changes tied to new technology.
What You Will Learn
- What ICD-10-PCS table update is being discussed
- Which cardiovascular procedure category is affected
- How the article frames the new technology context
- What general anatomical and procedural areas the update concerns
Who Should Read This
- Inpatient coders
- Clinical documentation integrity specialists
- Coding auditors
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Health information management staff
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