0TNDXZZBillable procedure code
Release Urethra, External Approach
Medical and Surgical·Urinary System·Table 0TN·FY 2027
Release Urethra, External Approach corresponds to ICD-10-PCS code 0TNDXZZ, found in table 0TN, part of Section 0 (Medical and Surgical). It applies to the Urinary System 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