AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2015 Issue 2; Ask the Editor
Repair of Patellar and Quadriceps Tendons with Allograft
The patient sustained a fall and ruptured the right patellar tendon and the left quadriceps tendon. He had open repair with allograft of right patellar tendon and open repair with allograft of left quadriceps tendon. Is the root operation for these procedures “supplement” or “repair?” ...
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Article Overview
This coding article addresses an ICD-10-PCS tendon procedure question involving postoperative classification of open tendon reconstruction with allograft support after injury. It is aimed at inpatient coders, auditors, and clinicians who need to understand how the procedure is categorized and which code set applies. The discussion focuses on the procedure intent, root operation selection, and the related ICD-10-PCS code assignment.
Why This Topic Matters
Correct root operation selection is essential for accurate inpatient procedure coding, data reporting, and record integrity when tendon repairs involve graft support after trauma.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames ICD-10-PCS coding for tendon procedures after traumatic rupture.
- How the procedure is categorized in terms of inpatient coding concepts.
- How the article connects the clinical scenario to the related ICD-10-PCS assignment.
- What broad factors are considered when choosing the procedure category.
Who Should Read This
- Inpatient coders
- Coding auditors
- Clinical documentation specialists
- Health information management professionals
Codes Discussed
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