ICD-10-PCS B00 Imaging: Central Nervous System Plain Radiography

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.

List of ICD-10-PCS codes used to specify B00 - Plain Radiography (planar display of an image developed from the capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plate). There are a total of 5 procedure codes in this section.

• B00 - Imaging, Central Nervous System, Plain Radiography

• 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