0B9M7ZX
Medical and Surgical, Respiratory System, Drainage, Lungs, Bilateral, Via Natural or Artificial Opening, No Device, Diagnostic
Effective From: 10/01/2016
| Character | Axis Label | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| B | Body System | Respiratory System |
| 9 | Root Operation | Drainage |
| M | Body Part | Lungs, Bilateral |
| 7 | Approach | Via Natural or Artificial Opening |
| Z | Device | No Device |
| X | Qualifier | Diagnostic |
Root Operation: Drainage
Definition: Taking or letting out fluids and/or gases from a body part
Explanation: The qualifier DIAGNOSTIC is used to identify drainage procedures that are biopsies
Includes:
- Thoracentesis, incision and drainage
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