0JC Extirpation - Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia ICD-10-PCS
The 0JC code range contains 45 ICD-10-PCS codes for Extirpation procedures on the subcutaneous tissue and fascia. 44 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Extirpation: Taking or cutting out solid matter from a body part.
Codes in the 0JC Range 45 codes · 44 billable
- 0JC Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, ExtirpationNon-billable header
- 0JC00ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Scalp Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC03ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Scalp Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC10ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Face Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC13ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Face Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC40ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC43ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC50ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC53ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC60ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Chest Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC63ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Chest Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC70ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Back Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC73ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Back Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC80ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Abdomen Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC83ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Abdomen Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JC90ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Buttock Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JC93ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Buttock Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCB0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Perineum Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCB3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Perineum Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCC0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Pelvic Region Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCC3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Pelvic Region Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCD0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCD3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCF0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCF3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCG0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Lower Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCG3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Lower Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCH0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Lower Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCH3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Lower Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCJ0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Hand Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCJ3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Hand Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCK0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Hand Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCK3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Hand Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCL0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Upper Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCL3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Upper Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCM0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Upper Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCM3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Upper Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCN0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Lower Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCN3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Lower Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCP0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Lower Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCP3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Lower Leg Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCQ0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Foot Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCQ3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Right Foot Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JCR0ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Foot Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JCR3ZZ Extirpation of Matter from Left Foot Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
About the 0JC Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Extirpation (Code 0JC) refers to the removal or extraction of solid matter from a body part. In the Medical and Surgical section, this operation specifically targets Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia in various anatomical locations.
This extirpation operation is used to clear abnormal matter such as foreign bodies, clots, or other solid obstructions from subcutaneous tissue and fascia. The provided codes demonstrate how extirpation can be performed using different approaches, including the Open Approach or less invasive Percutaneous Approach. For example, codes like 0JC00ZZ and 0JC03ZZ describe extirpation of matter from the Scalp Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, while similar pairs like 0JC10ZZ and 0JC13ZZ apply to the Face Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia. Other body parts covered include the Neck, Chest, Back, and various limbs, reflecting the comprehensive use of this root operation in managing subcutaneous conditions. Correctly using these codes ensures precise documentation of the removal procedure and its anatomical site.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0JC range?
Of the 45 codes in this range, 44 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 0JC range classify?
The range classifies Extirpation procedures, taking or cutting out solid matter from a body part, performed on the subcutaneous tissue and fascia. 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.
