4
The Packing root operation is identified by the character code 4
in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Putting material in a body region or orifice.
Section:
2
= Placement
Body System:
W
= Anatomical Regions
Root Operation:
0
- Change1
- Compression2
- Dressing3
- Immobilization5
- Removal6
- TractionThe 4th character refers to the body part or body region.
Packing
Putting material in a body region or orifice