0X050KZBillable procedure code
Alteration of Left Axilla with Nonautologous Tissue Substitute, Open Approach
Medical and Surgical·Anatomical Regions, Upper Extremities·Table 0X0·FY 2027
Alteration of Left Axilla with Nonautologous Tissue Substitute, Open Approach corresponds to ICD-10-PCS code 0X050KZ, found in table 0X0, part of Section 0 (Medical and Surgical). It applies to the Anatomical Regions, Upper Extremities body system. Its root operation is Alteration. The approach used is Open.
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What the code means
Alteration: root operation
Modifying the anatomic structure of a body part without affecting the function of the body part
Principal purpose is to improve appearance
Includes: Face lift, breast augmentation
Open: approach
Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure