Vessel Bifurcation Procedure

Effective October 1, 2006, code 00.44, Procedure on vessel bifurcation, has been created for reporting treatment of bifurcated vessels, that is, vessels that branch in two directions. This code is to be used only once per operative episode, irrespective of the number of bifurcations in the vessels. New code 00.44 Procedure on vessel bifurcationNote: This code is to be used to identify the presence of a vessel bifurcation; it does not describe a specific bifurcation stent. Use this code only once per operative episode, irrespective of the number of bifurcations in vessels. ...

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Article Overview

This article covers an ICD procedure coding update effective October 1, 2006, focused on vessel bifurcation reporting in the context of peripheral vascular interventions. It is relevant for coding professionals working with vascular procedures, ICD procedure code changes, and operative episode reporting conventions. The article also includes a clinical scenario illustrating the topic within a broader coding discussion.

Why This Topic Matters

Understanding this update helps coders recognize when vessel bifurcation should be reported as part of vascular procedure coding and how it fits into operative episode-based reporting. It is especially relevant for professionals handling inpatient procedure code assignment for angioplasty and stent-related cases.

What You Will Learn

  • The scope of the vessel bifurcation procedure code update
  • How the topic fits into peripheral vascular procedure reporting
  • How the article frames the discussion within an operative episode scenario
  • The broader coding context for angioplasty and stent-related vascular interventions

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Clinical documentation integrity professionals
  • Revenue cycle staff
  • Vascular procedure coding specialists

Codes Discussed

  • ICD-9-CM Procedure Codes: 00.44
  • ICD-9-CM Procedure Codes: 39.50
  • ICD-9-CM Procedure Codes: 39.90
  • ICD-9-CM Procedure Codes: 00.47

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