H
The Insertion root operation is identified by the character code H in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Putting in a nonbiological appliance that monitors, assists, performs, or prevents a physiological function but does not physically take the place of a body part.
Includes:
Section:
0 = Medical and Surgical
Body System:
S = Lower Joints
Root Operation:
2 - Change5 - Destruction9 - DrainageB - ExcisionC - ExtirpationG - FusionJ - InspectionN - ReleaseP - RemovalQ - RepairR - ReplacementS - RepositionT - ResectionW - RevisionU - SupplementThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Insertion
Putting in a nonbiological appliance that monitors, assists, performs, or prevents a physiological function but does not physically take the place of a body part