0QJLower Bones, Inspection

Medical and Surgical›Lower Bones›Inspection
  • Non-Billable Header
ICD-10-PCS 0QJ
CMS Source: FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS dataset. Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026.FacebookXLinkedInPrint

0QJ is a non-billable ICD-10-PCS code that heads the group for Lower Bones, Inspection, so it cannot be submitted on a claim; a more specific seven-character code is required. The root operation Inspection involves visually and/or manually exploring a body part.

Code Identity

ICD-10-PCS Code
0QJ
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Header
Code Describes
Lower Bones, Inspection
Short Description
Lower Bones, Inspection

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 SystemQLower Bones
3OperationJInspection

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Questions About 0QJ

Is 0QJ a billable code?

No. 0QJ is an incomplete heading for Lower Bones, Inspection and cannot be submitted on a claim. A complete seven-character code is required, such as 0QJY0ZZ, 0QJY3ZZ, and 0QJY4ZZ.