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ICD-10-PCS Root Operation G
New Technology, Joints, Fusion

The Fusion root operation is identified by the character code G in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Joining together portions of an articular body part rendering the articular body part immobile.

ICD-10-PCS code structure

Section:
  X = New Technology

Body System:
  R = Joints

Root Operation:

See Terms used in New Technology

The 4th character refers to the body part or body region.

Outline View ICD-10-PCS Table View

Fusion

Joining together portions of an articular body part rendering the articular body part immobile

  • XRGB - Lumbar Vertebral Joint

  • XRGC - Lumbar Vertebral Joints, 2 or more

  • XRGD - Lumbosacral Joint

  • XRGF - Sacroiliac Joint, Left

  • XRGE - Sacroiliac Joint, Right

  • XRGA - Thoracolumbar Vertebral Joint