86999-0
ClinicalGuidance for additional percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy of Artery
Definition
Thrombectomy terms with "Guidance additional" indicate a procedure on another vessel in the same family of vessels, where a vascular family is defined as a branch of the aorta and all of its more distal branches. For the primary procedure for this family of vessels, use [LOINC: 87169-9], and for a procedure on a vessel in a different vascular family performed on the same day, use [LOINC: 87164-0].
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Guidance additional for percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
XXX>Artery
Scale Type
Doc
Method Type
{Imaging modality}
Details
Class
RAD
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Guided Artery Mech thromb addl
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 86999-0?
LOINC code 86999-0 identifies "Guidance for additional percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy of Artery". Thrombectomy terms with "Guidance additional" indicate a procedure on another vessel in the same family of vessels, where a vascular family is defined as a branch of the aorta and all of its more distal branches. For the primary procedure for this family of vessels, use [LOINC: 87169-9], and for a procedure on a vessel in a different vascular family performed on the same day, use [LOINC: 87164-0].
What does 86999-0 measure?
This code measures Guidance additional for percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy in XXX>Artery. It belongs to the RAD class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.