0HNT0ZZBillable procedure code

Release Right Breast, Open Approach

Medical and Surgical·Skin and Breast·Table 0HN·FY 2027

Release Right Breast, Open Approach corresponds to ICD-10-PCS code 0HNT0ZZ, found in table 0HN, part of Section 0 (Medical and Surgical). It applies to the Skin and Breast 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