03RUpper Arteries, Replacement

Medical and Surgical›Upper Arteries›Replacement
  • Non-Billable Header
ICD-10-PCS 03R
CMS Source: FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS dataset. Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026.FacebookXLinkedInPrint

03R is a non-billable ICD-10-PCS code that heads the group for Upper Arteries, Replacement, so it cannot be submitted on a claim; a more specific seven-character code is required. The root operation Replacement involves putting in or on biological or synthetic material that physically takes the place and/or function of all or a portion of a body part.

Code Identity

ICD-10-PCS Code
03R
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Header
Code Describes
Upper Arteries, Replacement
Short Description
Upper Arteries, Replacement

PCS Table Breakdown

Each ICD-10-PCS code is built from seven characters, each an axis of the procedure. Hover or tap the icons for the official CMS definitions.

PositionDesignationValueMeaning
1Section0Medical and Surgical
2Body System3Upper Arteries
3OperationRReplacement

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Questions About 03R

Is 03R a billable code?

No. 03R is an incomplete heading for Upper Arteries, Replacement and cannot be submitted on a claim. A complete seven-character code is required, such as 03R007Z, 03R00JZ, and 03R00KZ.