0LJ Inspection - Tendons ICD-10-PCS
The 0LJ code range contains 9 ICD-10-PCS codes for Inspection procedures on the tendons. 8 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2027.
Root Operation Definition
Inspection: Visually and/or manually exploring a body part.
Codes in the 0LJ Range 9 codes · 8 billable
- 0LJ Tendons, InspectionNon-billable header
- 0LJX0ZZ Inspection of Upper Tendon, Open Approach
- 0LJX3ZZ Inspection of Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
- 0LJX4ZZ Inspection of Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0LJXXZZ Inspection of Upper Tendon, External Approach
- 0LJY0ZZ Inspection of Lower Tendon, Open Approach
- 0LJY3ZZ Inspection of Lower Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
- 0LJY4ZZ Inspection of Lower Tendon, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0LJYXZZ Inspection of Lower Tendon, External Approach
About the 0LJ Code Range
These procedures examine an upper or lower tendon by sight, touch, or both. Visual inspection may use an instrument or take place without one.
The fourth character separates Upper Tendon from Lower Tendon. The fifth describes the approach: Open exposes the site through an incision; Percutaneous reaches it through a puncture or small incision; Percutaneous Endoscopic also provides a view through an instrument. External describes examination at the surface or through force applied from outside. The sixth character is No Device, and the seventh is No Qualifier.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0LJ 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 0LJ range classify?
The range classifies Inspection procedures, visually and/or manually exploring a body part, performed on the tendons. 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.
