Hypothermia Code for Donor Organ Protection
New ICD-10-PCS code 6A4T00A will represent donor organ protective thermal insulation, such as specialized elastomer gel bags (e.g., Thermal Bag for Bench – TBB) or silicone “kidney jackets,” maintains the crucial hypothermic (cold) state (4°C–8°C) of organs during transport and transplantation. These devices prevent premature rewarming, mitigating second warm ischemic injury and protecting organs from physical damage.
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