0RPL04Z
Medical and Surgical, Upper Joints, Removal, Elbow Joint, Right, Open, Internal Fixation Device, No Qualifier
Effective From: 10/01/2016
| Character | Axis Label | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Section | Medical and Surgical |
| R | Body System | Upper Joints |
| P | Root Operation | Removal |
| L | Body Part | Elbow Joint, Right |
| 0 | Approach | Open |
| 4 | Device | Internal Fixation 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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