2W2 Dressing - Anatomical Regions ICD-10-PCS
The 2W2 code range contains 31 ICD-10-PCS codes for Dressing procedures on the anatomical regions. 30 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Dressing: Putting material on a body region for protection.
Codes in the 2W2 Range 31 codes · 30 billable
- 2W2 Placement, Anatomical Regions, DressingNon-billable header
- 2W20X4Z Dressing of Head using Bandage
- 2W21X4Z Dressing of Face using Bandage
- 2W22X4Z Dressing of Neck using Bandage
- 2W23X4Z Dressing of Abdominal Wall using Bandage
- 2W24X4Z Dressing of Chest Wall using Bandage
- 2W25X4Z Dressing of Back using Bandage
- 2W26X4Z Dressing of Right Inguinal Region using Bandage
- 2W27X4Z Dressing of Left Inguinal Region using Bandage
- 2W28X4Z Dressing of Right Upper Extremity using Bandage
- 2W29X4Z Dressing of Left Upper Extremity using Bandage
- 2W2AX4Z Dressing of Right Upper Arm using Bandage
- 2W2BX4Z Dressing of Left Upper Arm using Bandage
- 2W2CX4Z Dressing of Right Lower Arm using Bandage
- 2W2DX4Z Dressing of Left Lower Arm using Bandage
- 2W2EX4Z Dressing of Right Hand using Bandage
- 2W2FX4Z Dressing of Left Hand using Bandage
- 2W2GX4Z Dressing of Right Thumb using Bandage
- 2W2HX4Z Dressing of Left Thumb using Bandage
- 2W2JX4Z Dressing of Right Finger using Bandage
- 2W2KX4Z Dressing of Left Finger using Bandage
- 2W2LX4Z Dressing of Right Lower Extremity using Bandage
- 2W2MX4Z Dressing of Left Lower Extremity using Bandage
- 2W2NX4Z Dressing of Right Upper Leg using Bandage
- 2W2PX4Z Dressing of Left Upper Leg using Bandage
- 2W2QX4Z Dressing of Right Lower Leg using Bandage
- 2W2RX4Z Dressing of Left Lower Leg using Bandage
- 2W2SX4Z Dressing of Right Foot using Bandage
- 2W2TX4Z Dressing of Left Foot using Bandage
- 2W2UX4Z Dressing of Right Toe using Bandage
- 2W2VX4Z Dressing of Left Toe using Bandage
About the 2W2 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Dressing (2W2) refers to the placement of a protective covering, such as a bandage, on one or more anatomical regions. It falls under the Placement section, indicating the deliberate application of materials to a body part to promote healing or protect a wound.
This root operation is used extensively across various body areas, as shown in the provided codes. For example, dressing can be applied to the Head (2W20X4Z), Face (2W21X4Z), Neck (2W22X4Z), and Abdominal Wall (2W23X4Z). It also covers extremities such as the Right Upper Arm (2W2AX4Z) and Left Lower Leg (2W2RX4Z). Each code specifies the anatomical location and confirms use of a bandage as the dressing material. These ICD-10-PCS dressing codes enable accurate documentation of bandaging procedures essential for patient care and medical record-keeping.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 2W2 range?
Of the 31 codes in this range, 30 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 2W2 range classify?
The range classifies Dressing procedures, putting material on a body region for protection, performed on the anatomical regions. 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.
