Tibiotalocalcaneal Fusion with Internal Fixation Device

Why This Topic Matters

Procedure coding updates can change how complex ankle and hindfoot fusion cases are represented in ICD-10-PCS. Understanding the affected body parts, device category, and technology grouping helps coding professionals identify whether the article applies to their facility’s cases.

Article Sections

1. ICD-10-PCS table update

   Describes an update to an ICD-10-PCS table affecting specific body part values, device classification, and a new technology grouping.

2. Clinical example

   Provides an example implant and summarizes the general surgical context for the fusion procedure addressed in the update.

3. Coding note

   Summarizes the article’s general coding focus for the procedure category discussed.