0K2 Change - Muscles ICD-10-PCS
The 0K2 code range contains 5 ICD-10-PCS codes for Change procedures on the muscles. 4 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Change: Taking out or off a device from a body part and putting back an identical or similar device in or on the same body part without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane.
Codes in the 0K2 Range 5 codes · 4 billable
About the 0K2 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Change (code 0K2) involves the replacement of a device without cutting or entering the body part more than necessary. This operation applies in the Medical and Surgical section and specifically targets the Muscles body system.
In this context, the change procedure is used to remove and replace devices that have been previously inserted into muscle tissue. The provided codes highlight common examples such as changing a drainage device or other types of devices in the upper muscle or lower muscle via an external approach. For instance, 0K2XX0Z refers to changing a drainage device in the upper muscle, while 0K2YXYZ indicates changing another device in the lower muscle externally. These distinctions are crucial for accurate procedural coding, conveying the device type, location, and approach used during the intervention.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0K2 range?
Of the 5 codes in this range, 4 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 0K2 range classify?
The range classifies Change procedures, taking out or off a device from a body part and putting back an identical or similar device in or on the same body part without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane, performed on the muscles. 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.
