M
The Epididymis and Spermatic Cord body part is identified by the character M
in the 4th position of the ICD-10-PCS procedure code.
It is contained within the Inspection root operation of the Male Reproductive System body system
under the Medical and Surgical section. The 4the position refers to the body part or body region when applicable.
Section:
0
= Medical and Surgical
Body System:
V
= Male Reproductive System
Root Operation:
J
= Inspection
Body Part:
M
- Epididymis and Spermatic CordS
- Penis4
- Prostate and Seminal Vesicles8
- Scrotum and Tunica VaginalisD
- TestisR
- Vas DeferensSelect the appropriate procedure code based on the approach & device:
0VJM
- Epididymis and Spermatic Cord
Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure
0VJM0ZZ
- Inspection of Epididymis and Spermatic Cord, Open ApproachEntry, by puncture or minor incision, of instrumentation through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to reach the site of the procedure
0VJM3ZZ
- Inspection of Epididymis and Spermatic Cord, Perc ApproachEntry, by puncture or minor incision, of instrumentation through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to reach and visualize the site of the procedure
0VJM4ZZ
- Inspection of Epididymis/Sperm Cord, Perc Endo ApproachProcedures performed directly on the skin or mucous membrane and procedures performed indirectly by the application of external force through the skin or mucous membrane
0VJMXZZ
- Inspection of Epididymis and Spermatic Cord, Extern Approach