0JJ Inspection - Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia ICD-10-PCS
The 0JJ code range contains 13 ICD-10-PCS codes for Inspection procedures on the subcutaneous tissue and fascia. 12 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 0JJ Range 13 codes · 12 billable
- 0JJ Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, InspectionNon-billable header
- 0JJS0ZZ Inspection of Head and Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JJS3ZZ Inspection of Head and Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JJSXZZ Inspection of Head and Neck Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach
- 0JJT0ZZ Inspection of Trunk Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JJT3ZZ Inspection of Trunk Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JJTXZZ Inspection of Trunk Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach
- 0JJV0ZZ Inspection of Upper Extremity Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JJV3ZZ Inspection of Upper Extremity Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JJVXZZ Inspection of Upper Extremity Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach
- 0JJW0ZZ Inspection of Lower Extremity Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
- 0JJW3ZZ Inspection of Lower Extremity Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
- 0JJWXZZ Inspection of Lower Extremity Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach
About the 0JJ Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Inspection (code starting with 0JJ) refers to visually and/or manually examining the subcutaneous tissue and fascia to assess their condition without making any changes. This operation is coded within the Medical and Surgical section.
The Inspection of subcutaneous tissue and fascia can be performed on various anatomical locations, including the head and neck, trunk, upper extremities, and lower extremities. The codes differentiate by the approach used: Open (e.g., 0JJS0ZZ for head and neck), Percutaneous (e.g., 0JJT3ZZ for trunk), and External (e.g., 0JJVXZZ for upper extremity). Each code precisely documents the site and method of inspection, helping healthcare professionals capture the diagnostic assessment of these tissue layers. Proper use of these codes ensures accurate representation of procedures involving thorough examination of subcutaneous tissue and fascia without tissue removal or alteration.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0JJ range?
Of the 13 codes in this range, 12 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 0JJ range classify?
The range classifies Inspection procedures, visually and/or manually exploring 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.
