ICD-10-PCS XXA New Technology: Physiological Systems Assistance
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Assistance (code XXA) pertains to procedures involving support of physiological systems using new technology. It represents interventions that aid or enhance normal body functions through advanced medical techniques.
Classified under the New Technology section, Assistance includes procedures such as Circulatory Filtration targeting Blood Pathogens via a Percutaneous Approach (code XXA536A). This code exemplifies using novel methods to help cleanse the bloodstream, demonstrating how new technology assists physiological systems. Documenting this root operation accurately captures the specialized nature of these modern supportive treatments within ICD-10-PCS coding.
List of ICD-10-PCS codes used to specify XXA - Assistance (taking over a portion of a physiological function by extracorporeal means). There are a total of 2 procedure codes in this section.
