Inpatient Procedure Code
0PP204Z
Removal of Internal Fixation Device from 3 or More Ribs, Open Approach
Removal of Int Fix from 3+ Ribs, Open Approach
Axis Breakdown
Every ICD-10-PCS code is exactly seven characters, one per axis. Each character's meaning is defined by its position in the code.
| Position | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section0 | Medical and Surgical |
| 2 | Body SystemP | Upper Bones |
| 3 | Root OperationP | Removal Taking out or off a device from a body part |
| 4 | Body Part2 | Ribs, 3 or More |
| 5 | Approach0 | Open |
| 6 | Device4 | Internal Fixation Device |
| 7 | QualifierZ | No Qualifier |