0CN1XZZBillable procedure code
Release Lower Lip, External Approach
Medical and Surgical·Mouth and Throat·Table 0CN·FY 2027
Release Lower Lip, External Approach corresponds to ICD-10-PCS code 0CN1XZZ, found in table 0CN, part of Section 0 (Medical and Surgical). It applies to the Mouth and Throat body system. Its root operation is Release. The approach used is External.
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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
External: approach
Procedures performed directly on the skin or mucous membrane and procedures performed indirectly by the application of external force through the skin or mucous membrane