Changes to the ICD-10-PCS code set for discharges effective April 1, 2026. Ensure your coding is up-to-date, accurate, complete, and defensible with this course by nationally recognized coding expert Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA.
ICD-10-PCS: Code Updates for April 1, 2026
Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA
$79.00
CEUs: 1 1 AHIMA 1 AAPC
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Changes to the ICD-10-PCS code set for discharges effective April 1, 2026. Ensure your coding is up-to-date, accurate, complete, and defensible with this course by nationally recognized coding expert Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA.
The ICD-10-PCS update contains 80 new codes and 2 deleted codes, found in several sections of ICD-10-PCS, plus reference key additions including changes to the Body Part Key, Device Key, and Substance Key as well as the definitions section of ICD-10-PCS. Topics of particular interest include:
- New body part values for pacemaker insertion
- Additional locations for cavitron ultrasonic surgical aspiration
- The Boari Flap
- Several New Technology procedures and drugs
- Code deletions and Reference Key updates
- and more!
Bonus! Lynn’s Expanded Substance Key has been updated to include April 1 changes. This handy and downloadable 16 page resource provides the ICD-10-PCS value name for commonly used substances, identifies the use or conditions treated, and shows where to find the substance in the ICD-10-PCS tables.
Looking for the ICD-10-CM: Code Updates for April 1, 2026? Click here.
The level of effort to complete this program, start to finish, is equivalent to 1 CEU and should take you approximately 1-3 hours to complete. Remember: You have access to the course materials for the full 4-week enrollment period and we encourage you to re-review any materials that are helpful to you.
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of the course work, student will be able to download a Libman Education Certificate of Completion. The Certificate of Completion will list the program as awarding 1 CEU.
AHIMA: 1 CEU
This course has been approved for continuing education unit(s) (CEUs) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting of Approved CEUs from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program provider.
AAPC: 1 CEU
This course has the prior approval of AAPC for continuing education hours. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.
- WebinarPlus™ multimedia and interactive online training format promotes engagement with challenging materials while offering independent self-study.
- Downloadable and printable “Course Highlights” saves time! This active learning tool assists with mastery of the course content.
- Teaching methods including audio and video files, diagrams, and animations to accommodate different learning styles. Where appropriate, the Merck Manual Professional Version supplements course materials with in-depth descriptions of diagnoses and/or procedures.
- Knowledge checks and/or final assessment ensure mastery of material.
- Online Flexibility! Materials available via secure Learning Management System (LMS). Work at your own pace — save time and travel costs.
- Earn Libman Education Certificate of Completion and CEUs.
- To receive CEU credit, students must achieve a passing rate on the course assessment(s).
- Course is self-paced. For planning purposes, assume 1-3 hours required for each CEU.
- Unlimited course access during enrollment period. For courses offering greater than one CEU, enrollment period is 16 weeks. For courses offering one or fewer CEUs, enrollment period is 4 weeks. Courses purchased as a bundle or package may have a longer enrollment period.
- Extensions to the enrollment period are available.
- Price listed is per person/per course. Group rates available upon request.
Lynn Kuehn, MS, RHIA, CCS-P, FAHIMA
Lynn Kuehn is president of Kuehn Consulting, LLC, and a nationally recognized authority on ICD-10-PCS coding.
Lynn was elected to the AHIMA Board of Directors, served as faculty for the original ICD-10 “Train-the-Trainers” program, and authored or co-authored several of AHIMA’s most popular books including ICD-10-PCS: An Applied Approach, recognized as the “go-to” resource for learning and mastering ICD-10-PCS.
As a Subject Matter Expert with Libman Education, Lynn’s unique and engaging teaching methods as well as her leadership on the importance of accuracy and efficiency in coding is recognized by clients and students throughout the country.
“I have known Lynn a long time and I’ve been working with coders and those external auditors who audit coding for over 40 years. Lynn is not only the best at PCS coding but also with the Anatomy and Physiology that are involved to better understand what goes on in complex operations.” — Roberta Walker, Inpatient Coding Educator at Hawaii Pacific Health
“Lynn Kuehn, in my mind, is the Queen of Coding Education. She has the ability to take a difficult, confusing subject and make it very easily understood.” — Charlotte Bumgarner
“Lynn is an inspirational teacher. She ignites a passion for coding within you!” — Kristen T
“Lynn, your explanations are clear, concise and to the point. Recommend it to any and all. It is a confidence booster!” — Leslie C
“I consistently learn from Lynn Kuehn. Thank you!”
“Lynn: I look for everything you have on the internet. You have a wonderful concise way of presenting material that is so easy to understand. All of us learn differently and your slides help us ‘Visual learners.’ keep up the great work. I will be ordering your flash cards! Many thanks.”
“Any of Libman Education’s courses are worth time and cost. Always walk away with a useable, clarity or reinforcement of subject matter.”
“I just wanted to let you know that the articles written by Lynn are a great help. I read them all the time and learn something new each time. Please let her know what a fine job she does.” — Kira G., RHIT, IP Coder III
“Lynn always has a way of getting the information across in a simple, understandable way!” — Janice N.
“Just heard Gail and Lynne’s PCS workshop – fantastic information and terrific speakers!!” — Jacqueline F., RHIT, CCS, DRG Validation Specialist
Required Resources:
- ICD-10-PCS Code Book – 2026 or students may elect to use electronic files
Recommended Resources:
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