2Y5 Removal - Anatomical Orifices ICD-10-PCS
The 2Y5 code range contains 7 ICD-10-PCS codes for Removal procedures on the anatomical orifices. 6 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2027.
Root Operation Definition
Removal: Taking out or off a device from a body part.
Codes in the 2Y5 Range 7 codes · 6 billable
- 2Y5 Placement, Anatomical Orifices, RemovalNon-billable header
- 2Y50X5Z Removal of Mouth and Pharynx Packing Material
- 2Y51X5Z Removal of Nasal Packing Material
- 2Y52X5Z Removal of Ear Packing Material
- 2Y53X5Z Removal of Anorectal Packing Material
- 2Y54X5Z Removal of Female Genital Tract Packing Material
- 2Y55X5Z Removal of Urethra Packing Material
About the 2Y5 Code Range
These procedures take packing material out of or off anatomical openings.
The fourth character identifies the region: mouth and throat, nose, ear, anus and rectum, female genital tract, or urethra. The fifth character is External, meaning work directly on skin or mucous membrane or by force applied through them. The sixth character specifies Packing Material, and the seventh is No Qualifier.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 2Y5 range?
Of the 7 codes in this range, 6 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the 2Y5 range classify?
The range classifies Removal procedures, taking out or off a device from a body part, 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 2027 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
