AHA Coding Clinic® for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS - 2025 Issue 1; Section 0 - Medical and Surgical
Vaginal Reconstruction Using Ileum
In table 0DX, Transfer of Gastrointestinal System, the qualifier value 7 Vagina, was added to body part value 8 Small Intestine. This addition to the table allows the reporting of procedures such as ileal neovaginoplasty where a segment of ileum is used to create or reconstruct the vagina.Body Part Approach Device Qualifier 8 Small Intestine 0 Open 4 Percutaneous Endoscopic Z No Device 7 Vagina ...
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Article Overview
This article is a brief coding update for ICD-10-PCS focused on a table change within the gastrointestinal system transfer section. It is intended for coding professionals who need to understand how the update affects procedure reporting for vaginal reconstruction using ileum and similar procedures.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps coders and auditors recognize a table-level update that affects procedure classification for select reconstructive surgeries and supports accurate ICD-10-PCS reporting.
What You Will Learn
- The article’s focus within ICD-10-PCS table updates
- How a gastrointestinal system transfer table was revised
- The general procedural context of ileum-based vaginal reconstruction
- Why the update is relevant to procedure reporting
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Health information management professionals
- Clinical documentation specialists
Code Ranges Discussed
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