G
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.
The body part is joined together by fixation device, bone graft, or other means.
Includes:
Section:
0
= Medical and Surgical
Body System:
S
= Lower Joints
Root Operation:
2
- Change5
- Destruction9
- DrainageB
- ExcisionC
- ExtirpationH
- InsertionJ
- InspectionN
- ReleaseP
- RemovalQ
- RepairR
- ReplacementS
- RepositionT
- ResectionW
- RevisionU
- SupplementThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Fusion
Joining together portions of an articular body part rendering the articular body part immobile