Q
The Repair root operation is identified by the character code Q in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Restoring, to the extent possible, a body part to its normal anatomic structure and function.
Used only when the method to accomplish the repair is not one of the other root operations.
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 - ReattachmentN - ReleaseP - RemovalR - ReplacementS - RepositionT - ResectionW - RevisionU - SupplementX - TransferY - TransplantationThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Repair
Restoring, to the extent possible, a body part to its normal anatomic structure and function