ICD-10-PCS Code For Uvula: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0CMN includes procedures performed to reattach structures in the uvula. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a portion or all of the uvula has been separated and is surgically reattached via an open approach. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0CMN group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Uvula Reattachment Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve reattaching all or a portion of the uvula to its normal or another suitable location using an open surgical approach. They target the Mouth and Throat body system and restore anatomical continuity after separation or avulsion. Accurate coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the specific reattachment performed and supports correct assignment of inpatient payment and case mix.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
C	Body System	Mouth and Throat
M	Operation	Reattachment
N	Body Part	Uvula

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Uvula Reattachment Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
C	Body System	Mouth and Throat
M	Operation	Reattachment
N	Body Part	Uvula

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an inpatient undergoes open surgical reattachment of a partially or completely separated uvula. Do not use these codes for nonoperative management or for procedures on other oral or pharyngeal structures.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0CMN0ZZ	Reattachment of Uvula, Open Approach

DRG Codes

5 rows

DRG Code	Description
137	Mouth Procedures with CC/MCC
138	Mouth Procedures without CC/MCC
987	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with MCC
988	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with CC
989	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis without CC/MCC

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult male presents to the emergency department after facial trauma from a bicycle accident with a partially avulsed, bleeding uvula causing airway irritation and inability to tolerate oral secretions; because the injury disrupts anatomical continuity and occurs acutely, the patient is admitted for open surgical reattachment to restore uvular integrity and control bleeding. Typical codes: 0CMN0ZZ
A pediatric patient with congenital partial clefting of the soft palate that includes hypoplastic and malpositioned uvular tissue is scheduled for inpatient reconstructive surgery to restore normal oropharyngeal anatomy and improve velopharyngeal function; an open reattachment of the uvula is performed as part of the planned operative repair. Typical codes: 0CMN0ZZ
An adult with a prior traumatic partial uvulectomy develops persistent dysphagia and nasopharyngeal regurgitation; during a revision inpatient procedure to restore anatomical continuity and alleviate functional complications, the separated uvular tissue is reattached via an open approach. Typical codes: 0CMN0ZZ

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0CM0-UPPER-LIP-REATTACHMENT

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0CM1-LOWER-LIP-REATTACHMENT

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0CM3-SOFT-PALATE-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Soft Palate: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CM7-TONGUE-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Tongue: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CMW-UPPER-TOOTH-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Tooth: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CMX-LOWER-TOOTH-REATTACHMENT

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0CMN0ZZ	Reattachment of Uvula, Open Approach

DRG Codes

5 rows

DRG Code	Description
137	Mouth Procedures with CC/MCC
138	Mouth Procedures without CC/MCC
987	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with MCC
988	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with CC
989	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis without CC/MCC

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult male presents to the emergency department after facial trauma from a bicycle accident with a partially avulsed, bleeding uvula causing airway irritation and inability to tolerate oral secretions; because the injury disrupts anatomical continuity and occurs acutely, the patient is admitted for open surgical reattachment to restore uvular integrity and control bleeding. Typical codes: 0CMN0ZZ
A pediatric patient with congenital partial clefting of the soft palate that includes hypoplastic and malpositioned uvular tissue is scheduled for inpatient reconstructive surgery to restore normal oropharyngeal anatomy and improve velopharyngeal function; an open reattachment of the uvula is performed as part of the planned operative repair. Typical codes: 0CMN0ZZ
An adult with a prior traumatic partial uvulectomy develops persistent dysphagia and nasopharyngeal regurgitation; during a revision inpatient procedure to restore anatomical continuity and alleviate functional complications, the separated uvular tissue is reattached via an open approach. Typical codes: 0CMN0ZZ

Related Codes

0CM0-UPPER-LIP-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Lip: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CM1-LOWER-LIP-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Lip: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CM3-SOFT-PALATE-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Soft Palate: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CM7-TONGUE-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Tongue: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CMW-UPPER-TOOTH-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Tooth: Procedure Code Group Overview

0CMX-LOWER-TOOTH-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Tooth: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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ICD-10-PCS Code For Uvula: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Uvula Reattachment Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

ICD-10-PCS Code For Uvula: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Uvula Reattachment Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code represents reattachment of the uvula via an open approach?

What does the procedure group 0CMN represent in inpatient documentation?

Which body system and operation type are identified by the code attributes for `0CMN0ZZ`?

How does correct use of `0CMN0ZZ` affect reimbursement and billing?

Which DRG groups may be related when `0CMN0ZZ` is reported?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code represents reattachment of the uvula via an open approach?

What does the procedure group 0CMN represent in inpatient documentation?

Which body system and operation type are identified by the code attributes for `0CMN0ZZ`?

How does correct use of `0CMN0ZZ` affect reimbursement and billing?

Which DRG groups may be related when `0CMN0ZZ` is reported?

References