0JPWX3Z
Medical and Surgical, Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Removal, Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Lower Extremity, External, Infusion Device, No Qualifier
Effective From: 10/01/2016
| Character | Axis Label | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| J | Body System | Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia |
| P | Root Operation | Removal |
| W | Body Part | Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Lower Extremity |
| X | Approach | External |
| 3 | Device | Infusion Device |
| Z | Qualifier | No Qualifier |
Root Operation: Removal
Definition: Taking out or off a device from a body part
Explanation: If a device is taken out and a similar device put in without cutting or puncturing the skin or mucous membrane, the procedure is coded to the root operation CHANGE. Otherwise, the procedure for taking out a device is coded to the root operation REMOVAL
Includes:
- Drainage tube removal, cardiac pacemaker removal
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