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ICD-10-PCS Root Operation K
New Technology, Cardiovascular System, Bypass

The Bypass root operation is identified by the character code K in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Altering the route of passage of the contents of a tubular body part.

ICD-10-PCS code structure

Section:
  X = New Technology

Body System:
  2 = Cardiovascular System

Root Operation:

See Terms used in New Technology

The 4th character refers to the body part or body region.

Outline View ICD-10-PCS Table View

Bypass

Altering the route of passage of the contents of a tubular body part

  • X2KC - Radial Artery, Left

  • X2KB - Radial Artery, Right