0WPHX1Z
PCS ProcedureRemove Radioact Elem from Retroperitoneum, Extern
Removal of Radioactive Element from Retroperitoneum, External Approach
Removal of Radioactive Element from Retroperitoneum, External Approach corresponds to ICD-10-PCS code 0WPHX1Z, found in table 0WP, part of Section 0 (Medical and Surgical). It applies to the Anatomical Regions, General body system. Its root operation is Removal. The approach used is External.
Procedure Details
- Section
- [0] Medical and Surgical
- Body System
- Anatomical Regions, General
- Root Operation
- Removal
Clinical Definitions
Taking out or off a device from a body part
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
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
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