R
The Anal Sphincter body part is identified by the character R
in the 4th position of the ICD-10-PCS procedure code.
It is contained within the Replacement root operation of the Gastrointestinal System body system
under the Medical and Surgical section. The 4the position refers to the body part or body region when applicable.
Includes:
Section:
0
= Medical and Surgical
Body System:
D
= Gastrointestinal System
Root Operation:
R
= Replacement
Body Part:
R
- Anal Sphincter5
- EsophagusV
- MesenteryU
- OmentumW
- PeritoneumSelect the appropriate procedure code based on the approach & device:
0DRR
- Anal Sphincter
Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure
0DRR07Z
- Replacement of Anal Sphincter with Autol Sub, Open Approach0DRR0JZ
- Replacement of Anal Sphincter with Synth Sub, Open Approach0DRR0KZ
- Replacement of Anal Sphincter with Nonaut Sub, Open ApproachEntry, by puncture or minor incision, of instrumentation through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to reach and visualize the site of the procedure