N
The Release root operation is identified by the character code N in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Freeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by the use of force.
Some of the restraining tissue may be taken out but none of the body part is taken out.
Includes:
Section:
0 = Medical and Surgical
Body System:
V = Male Reproductive System
Root Operation:
1 - Bypass2 - Change5 - Destruction7 - Dilation9 - DrainageB - ExcisionC - ExtirpationH - InsertionJ - InspectionL - OcclusionM - ReattachmentP - RemovalQ - RepairR - ReplacementS - RepositionT - ResectionW - RevisionU - SupplementX - TransferY - TransplantationThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Release
Freeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by the use of force