Bursae and Ligaments (0M) ICD-10-PCS
The 0M body system covers Medical and Surgical procedures on bursae and ligaments, with 3,238 ICD-10-PCS codes across 19 root operations, 3,200 of them billable in fiscal year 2026. Each root operation defines a distinct procedural objective, and the info icons show the official definition with a preview of the codes inside.
Root Operations in This Body System 19 operations · 3,238 codes
| Chars 1–3 | Root Operation | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0M2 | ChangeTaking 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 | 10 | 8 |
| 0M5 | DestructionPhysical eradication of all or a portion of a body part by the direct use of energy, force or a destructive agent | 170 | 168 |
| 0M8 | DivisionCutting into a body part without draining fluids and/or gases from the body part in order to separate or transect a body part | 170 | 168 |
| 0M9 | DrainageTaking or letting out fluids and/or gases from a body part | 506 | 504 |
| 0MB | ExcisionCutting out or off, without replacement, a portion of a body part | 338 | 336 |
| 0MC | ExtirpationTaking or cutting out solid matter from a body part | 170 | 168 |
| 0MD | ExtractionPulling or stripping out or off all or a portion of a body part by the use of force | 170 | 168 |
| 0MH | InsertionPutting in a non-biological appliance that monitors, assists, performs or prevents a physiological function but does not physically take the place of a body part | 14 | 12 |
| 0MJ | InspectionVisually and/or manually exploring a body part | 18 | 16 |
| 0MM | ReattachmentPutting back in or on all or a portion of a separated body part to its normal location or other suitable location | 114 | 112 |
| 0MN | ReleaseFreeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by use of force | 226 | 224 |
| 0MP | RemovalTaking out or off a device from a body part | 66 | 64 |
| 0MQ | RepairRestoring, to the extent possible, a body part to its normal anatomic structure and function | 170 | 168 |
| 0MR | ReplacementPutting in or on biological or synthetic material that physically takes the place and/or function of all or a portion of a body part | 338 | 336 |
| 0MS | RepositionMoving to its normal location or other suitable location all or a portion of a body part | 114 | 112 |
| 0MT | ResectionCutting out or off, without replacement, all of a body part | 114 | 112 |
| 0MU | SupplementPutting in or on biological or synthetic material that physically reinforces and/or augments the function of a body part | 338 | 336 |
| 0MW | RevisionCorrecting, to the extent possible, a portion of a malfunctioning device or the position of a displaced device | 78 | 76 |
| 0MX | TransferMoving, without taking out, all or a portion of a body part to another location to take over the function of all or a portion of a body part | 114 | 112 |
The info icon shows the official root operation definition and previews the codes in that range.
About the 0M Body System
The ICD-10-PCS root operations related to Bursae and Ligaments encompass a wide range of procedures involving the manipulation, treatment, or examination of these connective tissues within the Medical and Surgical section. These operations are coded with prefixes starting with 0M, signifying the body system focus.
These root operations include techniques such as Change (code 0M2), where a device is replaced without cutting the skin or mucous membrane, and Insertion (code 0MH), which refers to placing a non-biological appliance that aids or monitors function. Procedures like Division (0M8), involve cutting into bursae or ligaments to separate tissue without fluid drainage, while Destruction (0M5) entails eradication of tissue using energy or force. Other examples include Drainage (0M9) to remove fluid, Repair (0MQ) to restore anatomy and function, and Replacement (0MR) where synthetic or biological materials substitute part of the body. This breadth of codes allows accurate documentation of various surgical interventions targeting bursae and ligaments.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the 0M body system?
The 0M body system contains 3,238 ICD-10-PCS codes in FY 2026, organized into 19 root operations. 3,200 of them are billable on inpatient claims.
What is a root operation?
The root operation is the third character of every ICD-10-PCS code and names the objective of the procedure. Drainage takes fluid out, Excision cuts out a portion of a body part, and Resection removes all of one. Picking the right root operation is the central skill of PCS coding, so each one above carries its official CMS definition.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
