X05 Destruction - Nervous System ICD-10-PCS
The X05 code range contains 5 ICD-10-PCS codes for Destruction procedures on the nervous system. 4 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2027.
Root Operation Definition
Destruction: Physical eradication of all or a portion of a body part by the direct use of energy,force, or a destructive agent.
Codes in the X05 Range 5 codes · 4 billable
- X05 New Technology, Nervous System, DestructionNon-billable header
- X051329 Destruction of Renal Sympathetic Nerve(s) using Ultrasound Ablation, Percutaneous Approach, New Technology Group 9
- X05133A Destruction of Renal Sympathetic Nerve(s) using Radiofrequency Ablation, Percutaneous Approach, New Technology Group 10
- X05233B Destruction of Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve, Cardiac Plexus using Radiofrequency Ablation, Percutaneous Approach, New Technology Group 11
- X053X4B Destruction of Brain using Focused Ultrasound Therapy, External Approach, New Technology Group 11
About the X05 Code Range
These procedures destroy all or part of a nervous system body part without physically removing it. The body parts are the renal sympathetic nerves, the thoracic sympathetic nerve or cardiac plexus, and the brain.
The fourth character identifies the body part. The fifth distinguishes a percutaneous approach, through a puncture or small incision, from an external approach. The sixth identifies ultrasound ablation, radiofrequency ablation or focused ultrasound therapy. The seventh identifies New Technology Group 9, 10 or 11.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the X05 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the X05 range classify?
The range classifies Destruction procedures, physical eradication of all or a portion of a body part by the direct use of energy,force, or a destructive agent, performed on the 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 2027 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
