AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2026 Quarter 4; ICD-10-PCS New/Revised Codes Section X – New Technology

Insertion of Leadless Neurostimulator Generator onto the Vagus Nerve

In table X0H, Insertion of Nervous System, device value 5 Leadless Neurostimulator Generator, and approach value 0 Open, were added to body part value Q Vagus Nerve, to identify the placement of a leadless neurostimulator generator onto the vagus nerve via an open approach. Body Part Approach Device/Substance/Technology Qualifier Q Vagus Nerve 0 Open 5 Leadless Neurostimulator Generator C New Technology Group 12 For example, the SetPoint System is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe active rheumatoid arthritis. The fully integrated leadless pulse generator is implanted onto the vagus nerve via an open approach. The generator sends...

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