ICD-10-PCS Tabular Index · Section 2 · FY 2026 2W6

2W6 Traction - Anatomical Regions ICD-10-PCS

The 2W6 code range contains 61 ICD-10-PCS codes for Traction procedures on the anatomical regions. 60 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.

✓ Built from the official CMS FY 2026 datasetEffective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026
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Procedure Codes
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Billable Codes
2W6
Characters 1–3
2W
Parent Body System

Root Operation Definition

Traction: Exerting a pulling force on a body region in a distal direction.

ICD-10-PCS

Codes in the 2W6 Range 61 codes · 60 billable

61 of 61 shown
  • 2W6 Placement, Anatomical Regions, TractionNon-billable header
  • 2W60X0Z Traction of Head using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W60XZZ Traction of Head
  • 2W61X0Z Traction of Face using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W61XZZ Traction of Face
  • 2W62X0Z Traction of Neck using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W62XZZ Traction of Neck
  • 2W63X0Z Traction of Abdominal Wall using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W63XZZ Traction of Abdominal Wall
  • 2W64X0Z Traction of Chest Wall using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W64XZZ Traction of Chest Wall
  • 2W65X0Z Traction of Back using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W65XZZ Traction of Back
  • 2W66X0Z Traction of Right Inguinal Region using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W66XZZ Traction of Right Inguinal Region
  • 2W67X0Z Traction of Left Inguinal Region using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W67XZZ Traction of Left Inguinal Region
  • 2W68X0Z Traction of Right Upper Extremity using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W68XZZ Traction of Right Upper Extremity
  • 2W69X0Z Traction of Left Upper Extremity using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W69XZZ Traction of Left Upper Extremity
  • 2W6AX0Z Traction of Right Upper Arm using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6AXZZ Traction of Right Upper Arm
  • 2W6BX0Z Traction of Left Upper Arm using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6BXZZ Traction of Left Upper Arm
  • 2W6CX0Z Traction of Right Lower Arm using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6CXZZ Traction of Right Lower Arm
  • 2W6DX0Z Traction of Left Lower Arm using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6DXZZ Traction of Left Lower Arm
  • 2W6EX0Z Traction of Right Hand using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6EXZZ Traction of Right Hand
  • 2W6FX0Z Traction of Left Hand using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6FXZZ Traction of Left Hand
  • 2W6GX0Z Traction of Right Thumb using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6GXZZ Traction of Right Thumb
  • 2W6HX0Z Traction of Left Thumb using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6HXZZ Traction of Left Thumb
  • 2W6JX0Z Traction of Right Finger using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6JXZZ Traction of Right Finger
  • 2W6KX0Z Traction of Left Finger using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6KXZZ Traction of Left Finger
  • 2W6LX0Z Traction of Right Lower Extremity using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6LXZZ Traction of Right Lower Extremity
  • 2W6MX0Z Traction of Left Lower Extremity using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6MXZZ Traction of Left Lower Extremity
  • 2W6NX0Z Traction of Right Upper Leg using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6NXZZ Traction of Right Upper Leg
  • 2W6PX0Z Traction of Left Upper Leg using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6PXZZ Traction of Left Upper Leg
  • 2W6QX0Z Traction of Right Lower Leg using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6QXZZ Traction of Right Lower Leg
  • 2W6RX0Z Traction of Left Lower Leg using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6RXZZ Traction of Left Lower Leg
  • 2W6SX0Z Traction of Right Foot using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6SXZZ Traction of Right Foot
  • 2W6TX0Z Traction of Left Foot using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6TXZZ Traction of Left Foot
  • 2W6UX0Z Traction of Right Toe using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6UXZZ Traction of Right Toe
  • 2W6VX0Z Traction of Left Toe using Traction Apparatus
  • 2W6VXZZ Traction of Left Toe

About the 2W6 Code Range

The ICD-10-PCS root operation Traction (code 2W6) refers to the deliberate placement of a pulling force on an anatomical region to treat fractures, dislocations, or deformities. It is classified under the Placement section, emphasizing the application of controlled tension.

This operation is used across various body parts including the Head, Face, Neck, and multiple limb regions, such as the Upper Arm, Lower Leg, and even digits like the Thumb and Toe. For example, the code 2W60X0Z describes Traction of the Head using a Traction Apparatus, while 2W6NXZZ denotes Traction of the Right Upper Leg without specifying the apparatus. This root operation can involve the use of specialized devices or be performed manually. Proper documentation with these specific traction codes ensures accurate recording of procedures aimed at realigning or stabilizing body parts under tension within the ICD-10-PCS framework.

Questions About This Page

How many billable codes are in the 2W6 range?

Of the 61 codes in this range, 60 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 2W6 range classify?

The range classifies Traction procedures, exerting a pulling force on a body region in a distal direction, 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

All ICD-10-PCS SectionsAll of Placement (2)All of Body System 2WICD-10-PCS Code LookupICD-10-CM Codes ListMS-DRG ReferenceMedicare Code Edits

Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.