B00 Plain Radiography - Central Nervous System ICD-10-PCS
The B00 code range contains 5 ICD-10-PCS codes for Plain Radiography procedures on the central nervous system. 4 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Plain Radiography: Planar display of an image developed from the capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plate.
Codes in the B00 Range 5 codes · 4 billable
- B00 Imaging, Central Nervous System, Plain RadiographyNon-billable header
- B00B0ZZ Plain Radiography of Spinal Cord using High Osmolar Contrast
- B00B1ZZ Plain Radiography of Spinal Cord using Low Osmolar Contrast
- B00BYZZ Plain Radiography of Spinal Cord using Other Contrast
- B00BZZZ Plain Radiography of Spinal Cord
About the B00 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Plain Radiography (B00) refers to capturing basic X-ray images of body structures without advanced imaging techniques. It is primarily used in the Imaging section to visualize the anatomy, particularly for diagnostic purposes.
Within this classification, Plain Radiography is employed to examine the Central Nervous System, including detailed imaging of the Spinal Cord. The provided codes illustrate how this procedure can be performed both with and without contrast materials. For example, B00B0ZZ and B00B1ZZ specify plain radiography using High and Low Osmolar Contrast, respectively, enhancing the visibility of spinal structures. Code B00BYZZ denotes the use of other contrast types, while B00BZZZ reflects plain radiography without contrast. These distinctions facilitate accurate coding for healthcare providers documenting imaging services of the central nervous system using plain X-ray techniques.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the B00 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 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 B00 range classify?
The range classifies Plain Radiography procedures, planar display of an image developed from the capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plate, performed on the central nervous system. 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.
