9
The Ureter body part is identified by the character 9
in the 4th position of the ICD-10-PCS procedure code.
It is contained within the Change root operation of the Urinary 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:
T
= Urinary System
Root Operation:
2
= Change
Body Part:
Select the appropriate procedure code based on the approach & device:
0T29
- Ureter
Procedures performed directly on the skin or mucous membrane and procedures performed indirectly by the application of external force through the skin or mucous membrane