AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2014 Issue 3; Ask the Editor
Superficial Parotidectomy
The patient presented with a mass of the right superficial parotid gland and underwent right superficial parotidectomy. What is the appropriate root operation for right superficial parotidectomy (“Resection” or “Excision”)? ...
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Article Overview
This brief coding article focuses on ICD-10-PCS assignment for a superficial parotidectomy and the related distinction between two root operation concepts used for parotid gland surgery. It is intended for coders, CDI staff, and other revenue cycle professionals who need to interpret operative documentation for head and neck procedures. The article provides a simple coding scenario and identifies the relevant ICD-10-PCS code for the described procedure.
Why This Topic Matters
Parotid surgery coding depends on correctly understanding how the documented procedure maps to ICD-10-PCS root operations and body part terms. Accurate interpretation supports consistent procedure coding for head and neck cases and helps avoid miscoding when only part of the gland is removed.
What You Will Learn
- How a superficial parotidectomy is classified in ICD-10-PCS
- How the article frames the difference between partial and complete parotid gland removal
- Which ICD-10-PCS code is associated with the documented procedure scenario
- How operative documentation for parotid surgery can affect procedure code selection
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- CDI specialists
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Health information management staff
Codes Discussed
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