J
The Inspection root operation is identified by the character code J in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Visually and/or manually exploring a body part.
Visual exploration may be performed with or without optical instrumentation. Manual exploration may be performed directly or through intervening body layers.
Includes:
Section:
0 = Medical and Surgical
Body System:
J = Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia
Root Operation:
0 - Alteration2 - Change5 - Destruction8 - Division9 - DrainageB - ExcisionC - ExtirpationD - ExtractionH - InsertionN - ReleaseP - RemovalQ - RepairR - ReplacementW - RevisionU - SupplementX - TransferThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Inspection
Visually and/or manually exploring a body part