0DJ Inspection - Gastrointestinal System ICD-10-PCS
The 0DJ code range contains 31 ICD-10-PCS codes for Inspection procedures on the gastrointestinal system. 30 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Inspection: Visually and/or manually exploring a body part.
Codes in the 0DJ Range 31 codes · 30 billable
- 0DJ Gastrointestinal System, InspectionNon-billable header
- 0DJ00ZZ Inspection of Upper Intestinal Tract, Open Approach
- 0DJ03ZZ Inspection of Upper Intestinal Tract, Percutaneous Approach
- 0DJ04ZZ Inspection of Upper Intestinal Tract, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0DJ07ZZ Inspection of Upper Intestinal Tract, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 0DJ08ZZ Inspection of Upper Intestinal Tract, Via Natural or Artificial Opening Endoscopic
- 0DJ0XZZ Inspection of Upper Intestinal Tract, External Approach
- 0DJ60ZZ Inspection of Stomach, Open Approach
- 0DJ63ZZ Inspection of Stomach, Percutaneous Approach
- 0DJ64ZZ Inspection of Stomach, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0DJ67ZZ Inspection of Stomach, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 0DJ68ZZ Inspection of Stomach, Via Natural or Artificial Opening Endoscopic
- 0DJ6XZZ Inspection of Stomach, External Approach
- 0DJD0ZZ Inspection of Lower Intestinal Tract, Open Approach
- 0DJD3ZZ Inspection of Lower Intestinal Tract, Percutaneous Approach
- 0DJD4ZZ Inspection of Lower Intestinal Tract, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0DJD7ZZ Inspection of Lower Intestinal Tract, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 0DJD8ZZ Inspection of Lower Intestinal Tract, Via Natural or Artificial Opening Endoscopic
- 0DJDXZZ Inspection of Lower Intestinal Tract, External Approach
- 0DJU0ZZ Inspection of Omentum, Open Approach
- 0DJU3ZZ Inspection of Omentum, Percutaneous Approach
- 0DJU4ZZ Inspection of Omentum, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0DJUXZZ Inspection of Omentum, External Approach
- 0DJV0ZZ Inspection of Mesentery, Open Approach
- 0DJV3ZZ Inspection of Mesentery, Percutaneous Approach
- 0DJV4ZZ Inspection of Mesentery, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0DJVXZZ Inspection of Mesentery, External Approach
- 0DJW0ZZ Inspection of Peritoneum, Open Approach
- 0DJW3ZZ Inspection of Peritoneum, Percutaneous Approach
- 0DJW4ZZ Inspection of Peritoneum, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0DJWXZZ Inspection of Peritoneum, External Approach
About the 0DJ Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Inspection (coded as 0DJ) refers to visually and/or manually examining the gastrointestinal system without affecting the anatomy. This procedure helps to assess the condition of specific parts within the system for diagnostic purposes.
Within the Medical and Surgical section, inspection codes cover various body parts such as the Upper Intestinal Tract, Stomach, Lower Intestinal Tract, Omentum, Mesentery, and Peritoneum. The approach to inspection can vary, ranging from an Open Approach—as seen in codes like 0DJ00ZZ for the Upper Intestinal Tract or 0DJ60ZZ for the Stomach—to minimally invasive methods such as Percutaneous Endoscopic (e.g., 0DJ04ZZ). Inspections may also be conducted via Natural or Artificial Openings and their endoscopic variants, offering flexibility depending on the clinical situation. Accurately selecting these ICD-10-PCS inspection codes ensures precise documentation of gastrointestinal examinations.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0DJ range?
Of the 31 codes in this range, 30 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the 0DJ range classify?
The range classifies Inspection procedures, visually and/or manually exploring a body part, performed on the gastrointestinal system. 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 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
