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:
W = Anatomical Regions, General
Root Operation:
0 - Alteration1 - Bypass2 - Change3 - Control4 - Creation8 - Division9 - DrainageB - ExcisionC - ExtirpationF - FragmentationH - InsertionJ - InspectionM - ReattachmentP - RemovalW - RevisionU - SupplementY - 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