Certified Inpatient Coding (CIC) Practice Exam

In a surgical procedure involving the internal jugular vein, what is the correct procedure code for placing a central venous catheter?

1. 02HV33Z

2. 05HM33Z

3. 0JH63XZ

4. 05HY03Z

The correct answer is: 02HV33Z

The procedure code 02HV33Z is appropriate for placing a central venous catheter in the internal jugular vein because it accurately reflects the anatomic site and specific procedure being performed. In the ICD-10-PCS coding system, the first character '0' indicates a medical and surgical procedure. The '2' after that specifies the body system involved, in this case, the 'Heart and Great Vessels.' The 'H' represents the procedure of 'Insertion,' and the 'V' indicates the specific type of device used, which is a 'Central Venous Catheter.' The codes after the '33Z' convey additional details about the approach and technique employed in placing the catheter. This coding follows ICD-10-PCS rules that guide the coder to identify the specific route of access and device used, ensuring accurate documentation and billing for the procedure. Using the correct sequence of characters in this code provides comprehensive information about the procedure, underscores the surgical intervention's complexity, and aligns with coding guidelines for placing central venous catheters. Other codes in the options may refer to different types of procedures or access points that do not specifically correspond to the internal jugular vein or the act of inserting a central venous catheter, which