ICD-10-PCS 2027 procedure code
071L0Z3Bypass Cisterna Chyli to Peripheral Vein, Open Approach
Code last changed in FY2025 (effective October 1, 2024). Source: official FY2027 ICD-10-PCS release from CMS. Page updated September 29, 2026. About our data
About 071L0Z3
071L0Z3 is the ICD-10-PCS code for a bypass procedure on the cisterna chyli using an open approach (qualifier: peripheral vein). In ICD-10-PCS, bypass means altering the route of passage of the contents of a tubular body part.
For a different body part, codes include 07100Z3 (lymphatic, head), 07110Z3 (lymphatic, right neck), 07120Z3 (lymphatic, left neck), 07130Z3 (lymphatic, right upper extremity), 07140Z3 (lymphatic, left upper extremity), 07150Z3 (lymphatic, right axillary) and 12 more.
The same procedure with a different approach is coded 071L4Z3 (percutaneous endoscopic).
It is an operating-room procedure in the MS-DRG logic for DRG 163 (Major Chest Procedures with MCC), DRG 164 (Major Chest Procedures with CC) and DRG 165 (Major Chest Procedures without CC/MCC), under the surgical category “Major Chest Procedures”.
It was added in FY2025, effective October 1, 2024.
What each character means
- 1. Section
- 0Medical and Surgical
- 2. Body System
- 7Lymphatic and Hemic Systems
- 3. Operation
- 1Bypass
Altering the route of passage of the contents of a tubular body part
Rerouting contents of a body part to a downstream area of the normal route, to a similar route and body part, or to an abnormal route and dissimilar body part. Includes one or more anastomoses, with or without the use of a device
Includes: Coronary artery bypass, colostomy formation
- 4. Body Part
- LCisterna Chyli
Includes: Intestinal lymphatic trunk; Lumbar lymphatic trunk
- 5. Approach
- 0Open
Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure
- 6. Device
- ZNo Device
- 7. Qualifier
- 3Peripheral Vein
Other versions of this procedure
Different body part
- 07100Z3Lymphatic, Head
- 07110Z3Lymphatic, Right Neck
- 07120Z3Lymphatic, Left Neck
- 07130Z3Lymphatic, Right Upper Extremity
- 07140Z3Lymphatic, Left Upper Extremity
- 07150Z3Lymphatic, Right Axillary
- 07160Z3Lymphatic, Left Axillary
- 07170Z3Lymphatic, Thorax
- 07180Z3Lymphatic, Internal Mammary, Right
- 07190Z3Lymphatic, Internal Mammary, Left
- 071B0Z3Lymphatic, Mesenteric
- 071C0Z3Lymphatic, Pelvis
Different approach
Different qualifier
MS-DRG v44.0 grouping
All DRGs →Surgical MS-DRGs this procedure can group to, depending on the principal diagnosis's MDC.
MDC 04 · Diseases and Disorders of the Respiratory System · Major Chest Procedures
Code history
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- FY2025 (effective 10/1/2024): Added
- No changes since FY2025.
Common questions about 071L0Z3
Is 071L0Z3 a valid ICD-10-PCS code for 2027?
- Yes. 071L0Z3 is valid for inpatient procedures from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
Is 071L0Z3 an O.R. procedure?
- Yes. 071L0Z3 is an O.R. procedure in MS-DRG v44.0.
What DRG does 071L0Z3 group to?
- Depending on the principal diagnosis, 071L0Z3 can group to MS-DRG 163, MS-DRG 164 and MS-DRG 165.