0BN20ZZBillable procedure code
Release Carina, Open Approach
Medical and Surgical·Respiratory System·Table 0BN·FY 2027
Release Carina, Open Approach corresponds to ICD-10-PCS code 0BN20ZZ, found in table 0BN, part of Section 0 (Medical and Surgical). It applies to the Respiratory System body system. Its root operation is Release. The approach used is Open.
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What the code means
Release: root operation
Freeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by the use of force
Some of the restraining tissue may be taken out but none of the body part is taken out
Includes: Adhesiolysis, carpal tunnel release
Open: approach
Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure