Skin (DH) ICD-10-PCS
The DH body system covers Radiation Therapy procedures on skin, with 92 ICD-10-PCS codes across 2 root operations, 90 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 2 operations · 92 codes
| Chars 1–3 | Root Operation | Codes | Billable |
|---|---|---|---|
| DH0 | Beam RadiationA type of radiation therapy that uses a machine to aim high-energy rays at the cancer from outside of the body | 65 | 64 |
| DHY | Other Radiation | 27 | 26 |
The info icon shows the official root operation definition and previews the codes in that range.
About the DH Body System
These codes describe radiation therapy to skin on the face, neck, arm, chest, back, abdomen, buttock, leg, hand or foot.
The Beam Radiation and Other Radiation tables separate the treatment modalities. The treatment-site character identifies which area of skin receives treatment.
Questions About This Page
How many codes are in the DH body system?
The DH body system contains 92 ICD-10-PCS codes in FY 2027, organized into 2 root operations. 90 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.
