0MJ Inspection - Bursae and Ligaments ICD-10-PCS
The 0MJ code range contains 9 ICD-10-PCS codes for Inspection procedures on the bursae and ligaments. 8 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 0MJ Range 9 codes · 8 billable
- 0MJ Bursae and Ligaments, InspectionNon-billable header
- 0MJX0ZZ Inspection of Upper Bursa and Ligament, Open Approach
- 0MJX3ZZ Inspection of Upper Bursa and Ligament, Percutaneous Approach
- 0MJX4ZZ Inspection of Upper Bursa and Ligament, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0MJXXZZ Inspection of Upper Bursa and Ligament, External Approach
- 0MJY0ZZ Inspection of Lower Bursa and Ligament, Open Approach
- 0MJY3ZZ Inspection of Lower Bursa and Ligament, Percutaneous Approach
- 0MJY4ZZ Inspection of Lower Bursa and Ligament, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
- 0MJYXZZ Inspection of Lower Bursa and Ligament, External Approach
About the 0MJ Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Inspection (code 0MJ) involves visually and/or manually examining bursae and ligaments without altering their structure. This operation is classified under the Medical and Surgical section and focuses on assessing these connective tissues to aid diagnosis or treatment planning.
In this classification, the Inspection procedure can be performed on both the Upper and Lower Bursae and Ligaments. Examples include an Open Approach for thorough manual examination (e.g., code 0MJX0ZZ for upper structures and 0MJY0ZZ for lower), as well as less invasive methods such as Percutaneous (codes 0MJX3ZZ and 0MJY3ZZ) or Percutaneous Endoscopic Approaches (codes 0MJX4ZZ and 0MJY4ZZ). The External Approach (codes 0MJXXZZ and 0MJYXZZ) allows inspection without penetrating tissue. These codes enable accurate documentation of diagnostic inspection procedures involving bursae and ligaments, supporting precise clinical communication and billing.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0MJ range?
Of the 9 codes in this range, 8 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 0MJ range classify?
The range classifies Inspection procedures, visually and/or manually exploring a body part, performed on the bursae and ligaments. 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.
