BW2Imaging, Anatomical Regions, Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)

Imaging›Anatomical Regions›Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)
  • Non-Billable Header
ICD-10-PCS BW2
CMS Source: FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS dataset. Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026.FacebookXLinkedInPrint

BW2 is a non-billable ICD-10-PCS code that heads the group for Imaging, Anatomical Regions, Computerized Tomography (CT Scan), so it cannot be submitted on a claim; a more specific seven-character code is required. The root operation Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) involves computer reformatted digital display of multiplanar images developed from the capture of multiple exposures of external ionizing radiation.

Code Identity

ICD-10-PCS Code
BW2
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Header
Code Describes
Imaging, Anatomical Regions, Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)
Short Description
Imaging, Anatomical Regions, CT Scan

PCS Table Breakdown

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PositionDesignationValueMeaning
1SectionBImaging
2Body SystemWAnatomical Regions
3Operation2Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)

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Questions About BW2

Is BW2 a billable code?

No. BW2 is an incomplete heading for Imaging, Anatomical Regions, Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) and cannot be submitted on a claim. A complete seven-character code is required, such as BW2000Z, BW200ZZ, and BW2010Z.