5
The Destruction root operation is identified by the character code 5 in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Physical eradication of all or a portion of a body part by the direct use of energy, force, or a destructive agent.
None of the body part is physically taken out.
Includes:
Section:
0 = Medical and Surgical
Body System:
V = Male Reproductive System
Root Operation:
1 - Bypass2 - Change7 - Dilation9 - DrainageB - ExcisionC - ExtirpationH - InsertionJ - InspectionL - OcclusionM - ReattachmentN - ReleaseP - RemovalQ - RepairR - ReplacementS - RepositionT - ResectionW - RevisionU - SupplementX - TransferY - TransplantationThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Destruction
Physical eradication of all or a portion of a body part by the direct use of energy, force, or a destructive agent