05F Fragmentation - Upper Veins ICD-10-PCS
The 05F code range contains 27 ICD-10-PCS codes for Fragmentation procedures on the upper veins. 26 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Fragmentation: Breaking solid matter in a body part into pieces.
Codes in the 05F Range 27 codes · 26 billable
- 05F Upper Veins, FragmentationNon-billable header
- 05F33Z0 Fragmentation of Right Innominate Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F33ZZ Fragmentation of Right Innominate Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05F43Z0 Fragmentation of Left Innominate Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F43ZZ Fragmentation of Left Innominate Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05F53Z0 Fragmentation of Right Subclavian Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F53ZZ Fragmentation of Right Subclavian Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05F63Z0 Fragmentation of Left Subclavian Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F63ZZ Fragmentation of Left Subclavian Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05F73Z0 Fragmentation of Right Axillary Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F73ZZ Fragmentation of Right Axillary Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05F83Z0 Fragmentation of Left Axillary Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F83ZZ Fragmentation of Left Axillary Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05F93Z0 Fragmentation of Right Brachial Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05F93ZZ Fragmentation of Right Brachial Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05FA3Z0 Fragmentation of Left Brachial Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05FA3ZZ Fragmentation of Left Brachial Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05FB3Z0 Fragmentation of Right Basilic Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05FB3ZZ Fragmentation of Right Basilic Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05FC3Z0 Fragmentation of Left Basilic Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05FC3ZZ Fragmentation of Left Basilic Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05FD3Z0 Fragmentation of Right Cephalic Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05FD3ZZ Fragmentation of Right Cephalic Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05FF3Z0 Fragmentation of Left Cephalic Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05FF3ZZ Fragmentation of Left Cephalic Vein, Percutaneous Approach
- 05FY3Z0 Fragmentation of Upper Vein, Percutaneous Approach, Ultrasonic
- 05FY3ZZ Fragmentation of Upper Vein, Percutaneous Approach
About the 05F Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Fragmentation (code 05F) refers to breaking apart solid matter within a body part. This procedure is performed without removing the fragmented material and is classified within the Medical and Surgical section.
Specifically, the provided codes describe fragmentation procedures involving various upper veins such as the innominate, subclavian, axillary, brachial, basilic, and cephalic veins. Most are performed via a percutaneous approach, which means accessing the vein through the skin. Some codes also specify the use of an ultrasonic technique to aid in fragmenting the structure. For example, 05F33Z0 is the fragmentation of the right innominate vein percutaneously using ultrasonic energy, while 05F43ZZ represents fragmentation of the left innominate vein percutaneously without ultrasonic assistance. These detailed distinctions help coders accurately document fragmentation of specific veins and approaches, supporting precise clinical record-keeping and billing for these vascular interventions.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 05F range?
Of the 27 codes in this range, 26 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the 05F range classify?
The range classifies Fragmentation procedures, breaking solid matter in a body part into pieces, performed on the upper veins. Each code adds the body part, approach, device, and qualifier in characters four through seven, and links to its own reference page.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
