S
The Reposition root operation is identified by the character code S in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Moving to its normal location, or other suitable location, all or a portion of a body part.
The body part is moved to a new location from an abnormal location, or from a normal location where it is not functioning correctly. The body part may or may not be cut out or off to be moved to the new location.
Includes:
Section:
0 = Medical and Surgical
Body System:
7 = Lymphatic and Hemic Systems
Root Operation:
2 - Change5 - Destruction9 - DrainageB - ExcisionC - ExtirpationD - ExtractionH - InsertionJ - InspectionL - OcclusionN - ReleaseP - RemovalQ - RepairT - ResectionV - RestrictionW - RevisionU - SupplementY - Transplantation