U
The Joints body part is identified by the character U in the 4th position of the ICD-10-PCS procedure code.
It is contained within the Irrigation root operation of the Physiological Systems and Anatomical Regions body system
under the Administration section. The 4the position refers to the body part or body region when applicable.
Section:
3 = Administration
Body System:
E = Physiological Systems and Anatomical Regions
Root Operation:
1 = Irrigation
Body Part:
J - Biliary and Pancreatic TractQ - Cranial Cavity and BrainB - EarS - Epidural SpaceC - EyeP - Female ReproductiveK - Genitourinary TractU - JointsH - Lower GIN - Male Reproductive9 - NoseY - Pericardial CavityM - Peritoneal CavityL - Pleural CavityF - Respiratory Tract0 - Skin and Mucous MembranesR - Spinal CanalG - Upper GISelect the appropriate procedure code based on the approach & device:
3E1U - Joints
Entry, 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
Entry, 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