by general procedure type. Tables within the extensive Medical and Surgical section are additionally sectioned out by body
system, indicated by color-coded page borders.
ICD-10-PCS contains classifications for procedures, devices and technologies.Features and Benefits
• Summary of changes. Quickly see how additions and deletions affect each section of ICD-10-PCS.
• Complete 2019 ICD-10-PCS code set. The code set is organized in 17 sections. Each section contains a code table by
which a code can be built through character selections that reflect the procedure performed. A character meanings table
and citations to American Hospital Association’s Coding Clinic start each section.
• Official coding guidelines. Learn how to use the code set appropriately following the guidelines specific for each section.
• Illustrations. The full-color illustrations provide a visual explanation of anatomy and procedural approach.
– NEW! Approach illustrations show the access location, method, and instrumentation that determine the approach.
– Body parts with indicators to applicable code characters (provided immediately after the character meaning tables in the
Medical/Surgical sections)
• Visual alerts. This edition provides color-coding and symbols that identify male/female procedures and new/revised
character values.
• Detailed information on structure and conventions of ICD-10-PCS. Learn about the unique structure and the specific
definitions and functions of each character. Practice your skills with sample exercises (answers included).
• Color-coding and symbols for the Medicare Code Edits. This edition includes color-coding and symbols for the most
comprehensive coverage of ICD10 MS-DRG MCEs for procedures including;
– Non-covered procedures
– Limited coverage procedures
– Combination only procedures
– Non-operating room procedures affecting MS-DRG assignment
– Non-operating room procedures NOT affecting MS-DRG assignment
– Hospital acquired condition (HAC)-related procedures
• Procedure combination tables. Identify ICD-10-PCS code combination requirements needed to satisfy certain MS-DRG
requirements.
