Physiological Systems and Anatomical Regions (8E) ICD-10-PCS
The 8E body system covers Other Procedures procedures on physiological systems and anatomical regions, with 87 ICD-10-PCS codes across 1 root operations, 86 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 · 87 codes
| Chars 1–3 | Root Operation | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8E0 | Other ProceduresMethodologies which attempt to remediate or cure a disorder or disease | 87 | 86 |
The info icon shows the official root operation definition and previews the codes in that range.
About the 8E Body System
These codes cover methods intended to treat or cure a disorder or disease in named body systems and regions. The body-region character distinguishes areas such as the nervous and circulatory systems, head and neck, and upper and lower extremities. It also has a None value.
The Other Procedures table includes computer-assisted, robotic-assisted and fluorescence-guided procedures, along with therapeutic massage and procedures involving the skin, breast or blood vessels.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the 8E body system?
The 8E body system contains 87 ICD-10-PCS codes in FY 2027, organized into 1 root operations. 86 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.
