DB1Radiation Therapy, Respiratory System, Brachytherapy

  • Non-Billable Header
ICD-10-PCS DB1
CMS Source: FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS dataset. Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026.FacebookXLinkedInPrint

DB1 is a non-billable ICD-10-PCS code that heads the group for Radiation Therapy, Respiratory System, Brachytherapy, so it cannot be submitted on a claim; a more specific seven-character code is required.

Code Identity

ICD-10-PCS Code
DB1
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Header
Code Describes
Radiation Therapy, Respiratory System, Brachytherapy
Short Description
Radiation Therapy, Respiratory System, Brachytherapy

PCS Table Breakdown

Each ICD-10-PCS code is built from seven characters, each an axis of the procedure. Hover or tap the icons for the official CMS definitions.

PositionDesignationValueMeaning
1SectionDRadiation Therapy
2Body SystemBRespiratory System
3Operation1Brachytherapy

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Questions About DB1

Is DB1 a billable code?

No. DB1 is an incomplete heading for Radiation Therapy, Respiratory System, Brachytherapy and cannot be submitted on a claim. A complete seven-character code is required, such as DB1097Z, DB1098Z, and DB1099Z.