AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2015 Issue 2; Correction Notices
Insertion of Infusion Device into Peritoneal Cavity
Coding Clinic for ICD-10-CM/PCS, Fourth Quarter 2013, pages 126-127, provided advice about the creation of a percutaneous cutaneoperitoneal fistula. This advice is problematic. The root operation “Bypass” does not seem appropriate. The root operation “Insertion” appears to be a better choice. However there is no device value for peritoneal catheter in the ICD-10-PCS table under Insertion. How should the placement of a peritoneal dialysis catheter (fistula) be coded? ...
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Article Overview
This premium article addresses an ICD-10-PCS coding question involving placement of a peritoneal dialysis access device into the peritoneal cavity and the reconsideration of earlier Coding Clinic guidance. It is relevant to inpatient procedural coding professionals, CDI staff, auditors, and educators who work with ICD-10-PCS structure, root operations, and Coding Clinic updates. The article focuses on the coding issue, the underlying procedural classification discussion, and the advisory context from Coding Clinic and its editorial board.
Why This Topic Matters
Procedural coding decisions for dialysis access can affect case coding accuracy, data reporting, and consistency with official ICD-10-PCS guidance. Understanding how Coding Clinic updates or revises earlier advice helps coders apply current procedural concepts correctly.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames the ICD-10-PCS coding question for peritoneal dialysis access placement.
- How Coding Clinic guidance and editorial review are discussed in relation to the procedure.
- What broader procedural classification issues are raised for this type of case.
- How the article situates the question within ICD-10-PCS root operation and device-selection discussion.
Who Should Read This
- Inpatient coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation integrity professionals
- Coding educators
- Revenue cycle professionals
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