AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2014 Issue 4; Ask the Editor
Posterior Colporrhaphy/ Rectocele Repair
How is an open posterior colporrhaphy/rectocele repair coded in PCS? Should one or two codes be assigned for this procedure? ...
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Article Overview
This premium article focuses on coding an open posterior colporrhaphy/rectocele repair in ICD-10-PCS. It is intended for coding professionals and others who need to understand the procedure’s coding context, the anatomical site involved, and the article’s guidance on procedure code assignment.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate PCS coding for pelvic floor repair procedures depends on understanding the operative approach and the body part involved. This article helps readers determine whether the described repair is captured with a single ICD-10-PCS code and why the procedure is classified as it is.
What You Will Learn
- How the procedure is framed in ICD-10-PCS coding terms
- Which procedure category the article addresses
- How the article treats the question of single versus multiple procedure code assignment
- The anatomical context associated with posterior colporrhaphy/rectocele repair
Who Should Read This
- Inpatient coders
- Health information management professionals
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation specialists
Codes Discussed
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