Coding root operations with ICD-10-PCS understanding bypass, inspection, and map

摘要

The definition for the Bypass root operation provided in the 2014 ICD-10-PCS Reference Manual is "Altering the route of passage of the contents of a tubular body part." Bypass involves rerouting the contents of a body part to a downstream area of the normal route, to a similar route and body part, or to an abnormal route and dissimilar body part. The bypass root operation includes one or more anastomosis, with or without the use of a device. The range of bypass procedures includes normal routes such as those made in coronary artery bypass procedures, and abnormal routes such as those made in colostomy formation procedures. For coding guidelines related to the Bypass root operation, see the sidebar on page 75. All coding guideline information is referenced from the 2014 ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, available online from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.