X28 Division - Cardiovascular System ICD-10-PCS
The X28 code range contains 3 ICD-10-PCS codes for Division procedures on the cardiovascular system. 2 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Division: Cutting into a body part, without draining fluids and/or gases from the body part, inorder to separate or transect a body part.
Codes in the X28 Range 3 codes · 2 billable
- X28 New Technology, Cardiovascular System, DivisionNon-billable header
- X28F3VA Division of Aortic Valve using Intraluminal Bioprosthetic Valve Leaflet Splitting Technology in Existing Valve, Percutaneous Approach, New Technology Group 10 New
- X28F3WB Division of Aortic Valve using Leaflet Laceration, Radiofrequency Energy, Percutaneous Approach, New Technology Group 11 New
About the X28 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Division (code X28) in the New Technology section involves cutting into or separating a body part without removing any portion. This operation is used to disrupt or split tissue, often with innovative techniques.
Specifically, within the Cardiovascular System, the Division operation includes advanced procedures such as the Division of the Aortic Valve using Intraluminal Bioprosthetic Valve Leaflet Splitting Technology. This procedure is performed via a Percutaneous Approach on an existing valve (code X28F3VA), representing a minimally invasive technique that modifies valve leaflets without removal. These codes exemplify how the Division operation applies cutting-edge methods to treat cardiovascular conditions, reflecting the evolving landscape of medical technology in procedural coding.
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Division (code X28) refers to cutting into a body part without removing any tissue, typically to separate or release a structure. This operation is classified under New Technology, highlighting advanced procedural methods.
Specifically, in the context of the Cardiovascular System, the Division procedure can involve techniques like the use of intraluminal bioprosthetic valve leaflet splitting technology. For example, the code X28F3VA describes a Percutaneous Approach to divide the Aortic Valve within an existing valve structure without tissue removal. This innovative method facilitates improved valve function by splitting valve leaflets, demonstrating how new technology codes capture emerging cardiovascular interventions.
Accurate application of these codes allows healthcare providers and coders to document cutting procedures that separate anatomical features while preserving tissue, especially using cutting-edge techniques.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the X28 range?
Of the 3 codes in this range, 2 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 X28 range classify?
The range classifies Division procedures, cutting into a body part, without draining fluids and/or gases from the body part, inorder to separate or transect a body part, performed on the cardiovascular 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.
