Indwelling Device (8C) ICD-10-PCS
The 8C body system covers Other Procedures procedures on indwelling device, with 5 ICD-10-PCS codes across 1 root operations, 4 of them billable in fiscal year 2027. Each root operation defines a distinct procedural objective, and the info icons show the official definition with a preview of the codes inside.
Root Operations in This Body System 1 operations · 5 codes
| Chars 1–3 | Root Operation | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8C0 | Other ProceduresMethodologies which attempt to remediate or cure a disorder or disease | 5 | 4 |
The info icon shows the official root operation definition and previews the codes in that range.
About the 8C Body System
These codes cover procedures involving a device already in place in the nervous or circulatory system. They include work involving nerves, arteries, veins and great vessels.
The Other Procedures table describes methods intended to treat a disorder or disease. Its body-region choices distinguish the Nervous System from the Circulatory System.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the 8C body system?
The 8C body system contains 5 ICD-10-PCS codes in FY 2027, organized into 1 root operations. 4 of them are billable on inpatient claims.
What is a root operation?
The root operation is the third character of every ICD-10-PCS code and names the objective of the procedure. Drainage takes fluid out, Excision cuts out a portion of a body part, and Resection removes all of one. Picking the right root operation is the central skill of PCS coding, so each one above carries its official CMS definition.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
