R
The Replacement root operation is identified by the character code R
in the 3rd position of the procedure code. It is defined as Putting in or on biological or synthetic material that physically takes the place and/or function of all or a portion of a body part.
Section:
X
= New Technology
Body System:
N
= Bones
Root Operation:
H
- InsertionS
- RepositionU
- Supplement