05J Inspection - Upper Veins ICD-10-PCS
The 05J code range contains 5 ICD-10-PCS codes for Inspection procedures on the upper veins. 4 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2027.
Root Operation Definition
Inspection: Visually and/or manually exploring a body part.
Codes in the 05J Range 5 codes · 4 billable
About the 05J Code Range
These procedures explore an upper vein by sight or touch, with or without an instrument for viewing.
The fourth character is Upper Vein. The fifth distinguishes Open, which exposes the site through an incision, from Percutaneous, which reaches it through a puncture or small incision. Percutaneous Endoscopic also uses an instrument to view the site. External involves contact with the skin or mucous membrane, or force applied through it. The sixth character is No Device, and the seventh is No Qualifier.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 05J range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the 05J range classify?
The range classifies Inspection procedures, visually and/or manually exploring a body part, performed on the upper veins. Each code adds the body part, approach, device, and qualifier in characters four through seven, and links to its own reference page.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
