ICD-10-PCS 0X2 Medical and Surgical: Anatomical Regions, Upper Extremities Change
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Change (code 0X2) refers to the procedure of exchanging a device without cutting into the body, typically by removing and replacing it. This operation is classified under the Medical and Surgical section, specifically involving the Upper Extremities.
In practice, the Change root operation is used to document procedures like replacing drainage devices or other implanted devices in the right or left upper extremity. For example, code 0X26X0Z represents changing a drainage device on the right upper extremity through an External Approach, while 0X27XYZ describes changing another type of device on the left upper extremity, also externally. These codes emphasize the importance of specifying the device type, side of the body, and approach when reporting the procedure. Accurate use of these ICD-10-PCS change codes ensures clear documentation of device management in the upper limbs during medical care.
List of ICD-10-PCS codes used to specify 0X2 - Change (taking out or off a device from a body part and putting back an identical or similar device in or on the same body part without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane). There are a total of 5 procedure codes in this section.
0X2 - Anatomical Regions, Upper Extremities, Change
0X26X0Z - Change Drainage Device in Right Upper Extremity, External Approach
0X26XYZ - Change Other Device in Right Upper Extremity, External Approach
0X27X0Z - Change Drainage Device in Left Upper Extremity, External Approach
0X27XYZ - Change Other Device in Left Upper Extremity, External Approach
