0CF Fragmentation - Mouth and Throat ICD-10-PCS
The 0CF code range contains 9 ICD-10-PCS codes for Fragmentation procedures on the mouth and throat. 8 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2027.
Root Operation Definition
Fragmentation: Breaking solid matter in a body part into pieces.
Codes in the 0CF Range 9 codes · 8 billable
- 0CF Mouth and Throat, FragmentationNon-billable header
- 0CFB0ZZ Fragmentation in Right Parotid Duct, Open Approach
- 0CFB3ZZ Fragmentation in Right Parotid Duct, Percutaneous Approach
- 0CFB7ZZ Fragmentation in Right Parotid Duct, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 0CFBXZZ Fragmentation in Right Parotid Duct, External Approach
- 0CFC0ZZ Fragmentation in Left Parotid Duct, Open Approach
- 0CFC3ZZ Fragmentation in Left Parotid Duct, Percutaneous Approach
- 0CFC7ZZ Fragmentation in Left Parotid Duct, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 0CFCXZZ Fragmentation in Left Parotid Duct, External Approach
About the 0CF Code Range
These procedures break solid matter into pieces in the right or left parotid duct, also called Stensen's duct. The pieces are not taken out.
The fourth character identifies the right or left duct. The fifth distinguishes an open approach, a puncture or minor incision, entry through a natural or artificial opening, or an external approach. The sixth character is No Device, and the seventh is No Qualifier.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0CF range?
Of the 9 codes in this range, 8 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 0CF range classify?
The range classifies Fragmentation procedures, breaking solid matter in a body part into pieces, performed on the mouth and throat. 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.
