0R2 Change - Upper Joints ICD-10-PCS
The 0R2 code range contains 3 ICD-10-PCS codes for Change procedures on the upper joints. 2 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 0R2 Range 3 codes · 2 billable
About the 0R2 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Change (Character R2) involves taking out a device from a body part and putting back an identical or similar device in the same location. This operation applies within the Medical and Surgical section and refers specifically to procedures on Upper Joints.
The Change operation is primarily used when an existing device, such as a drainage or other implant in an upper joint, needs to be replaced without altering the joint itself. For example, code 0R2YXYZ refers to changing a device in the upper joint through an External Approach. Similarly, code 0R2YX0Z specifies changing a Drainage Device in the upper joint via the same approach. These codes precisely document the removal and replacement process of devices within joint spaces, ensuring accurate representation of the procedure performed. Proper use of these ICD-10-PCS codes supports detailed clinical and billing documentation for joint-related device management.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 0R2 range?
Of the 3 codes in this range, 2 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 0R2 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 upper joints. 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.
