ICD-10-PCS 0Q5C3ZZ
Updated 3/12/2025
Reviewed by Nathan Liu, MD

Destruction of Left Lower Femur, Percutaneous Approach

Description

This code refers to the targeted destruction of the left lower femur, which is a specific procedure distinct from the general category of lower bones destruction. It is also differentiated from similar codes that pertain to the lumbar vertebra, which involve different anatomical sites and approaches, such as open or percutaneous methods using laser therapy.

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Sources

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Federal and State Datasets

  • ICD-10 Files, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • ICD-10 (2019 Data), World Health Organization (WHO)