Upper Joints (0R) ICD-10-PCS
The 0R body system covers Medical and Surgical procedures on upper joints, with 8,210 ICD-10-PCS codes across 16 root operations, 8,178 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 16 operations · 8,210 codes
| Chars 1–3 | Root Operation | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0R2 | 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 | 6 | 4 |
| 0R5 | DestructionPhysical eradication of all or a portion of a body part by the direct use of energy, force or a destructive agent | 176 | 174 |
| 0R9 | DrainageTaking or letting out fluids and/or gases from a body part | 524 | 522 |
| 0RB | ExcisionCutting out or off, without replacement, a portion of a body part | 350 | 348 |
| 0RC | ExtirpationTaking or cutting out solid matter from a body part | 176 | 174 |
| 0RG | FusionJoining together portions of an articular body part rendering the articular body part immobile | 1,154 | 1,152 |
| 0RH | 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 | 638 | 636 |
| 0RJ | InspectionVisually and/or manually exploring a body part | 234 | 232 |
| 0RN | ReleaseFreeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by use of force | 234 | 232 |
| 0RP | RemovalTaking out or off a device from a body part | 1,488 | 1,486 |
| 0RQ | RepairRestoring, to the extent possible, a body part to its normal anatomic structure and function | 234 | 232 |
| 0RR | 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 | 192 | 190 |
| 0RS | RepositionMoving to its normal location or other suitable location all or a portion of a body part | 498 | 496 |
| 0RT | ResectionCutting out or off, without replacement, all of a body part | 52 | 50 |
| 0RU | SupplementPutting in or on biological or synthetic material that physically reinforces and/or augments the function of a body part | 524 | 522 |
| 0RW | RevisionCorrecting, to the extent possible, a portion of a malfunctioning device or the position of a displaced device | 1,730 | 1,728 |
The info icon shows the official root operation definition and previews the codes in that range.
About the 0R Body System
The ICD-10-PCS root operations for the Upper Joints within the Medical and Surgical section cover a wide range of procedures involving treatment and management of joint conditions. These operations describe specific actions performed on upper joint body parts, such as the shoulder or elbow joints.
Examples include Change (0R2), which involves removing and replacing a device on the joint without cutting the skin, and Destruction (0R5), which physically eradicates part or all of the joint using energy or force. Procedures like Drainage (0R9) remove fluids or gases from the joint. Surgical interventions such as Excision (0RB) remove a portion of the joint tissue, while Fusion (0RG) joins parts of the joint to immobilize it. Other notable operations include Insertion (0RH), where a non-biological device is placed to assist joint function, and Replacement (0RR), which substitutes part or all of the joint with synthetic or biological material. Additional procedures like Repair, Release, and Reposition provide further options for restoring joint anatomy and function.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the 0R body system?
The 0R body system contains 8,210 ICD-10-PCS codes in FY 2026, organized into 16 root operations. 8,178 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.
