2Y4 Packing - Anatomical Orifices ICD-10-PCS
The 2Y4 code range contains 7 ICD-10-PCS codes for Packing procedures on the anatomical orifices. 6 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Packing: Putting material in a body region or orifice.
Codes in the 2Y4 Range 7 codes · 6 billable
- 2Y4 Placement, Anatomical Orifices, PackingNon-billable header
- 2Y40X5Z Packing of Mouth and Pharynx using Packing Material
- 2Y41X5Z Packing of Nasal Region using Packing Material
- 2Y42X5Z Packing of Ear using Packing Material
- 2Y43X5Z Packing of Anorectal Region using Packing Material
- 2Y44X5Z Packing of Female Genital Tract using Packing Material
- 2Y45X5Z Packing of Urethra using Packing Material
About the 2Y4 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Packing (Code 2Y4) involves placing material into an anatomical orifice to control bleeding or provide support. This operation falls under the classification of Placement.
Packing is used in various body regions to manage hemorrhage or support healing. For example, the codes include packing the Mouth and Pharynx (2Y40X5Z), Nasal Region (2Y41X5Z), and Ear (2Y42X5Z), among others. Additional specific codes describe packing the Anorectal Region (2Y43X5Z), Female Genital Tract (2Y44X5Z), and Urethra (2Y45X5Z). Each of these procedures uses suitable packing material to address bleeding or support anatomical structures. Accurately coding these Packing placement procedures is important for reflecting intervention aimed at hemostasis or anatomical support within the targeted orifice.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 2Y4 range?
Of the 7 codes in this range, 6 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 2Y4 range classify?
The range classifies Packing procedures, putting material in a body region or orifice, performed on the anatomical orifices. 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.
