ICD-10-PCS Code For Thyroid Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0GPK includes procedures performed to remove devices or tissue from the thyroid gland in the endocrine system. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a removal or explantation of thyroid gland tissue or an associated device is performed. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0GPK group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific removal performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.

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Thyroid Gland Removal Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve removal operations performed on the thyroid gland within the endocrine system. These ICD-10-PCS codes describe taking out all or part of the thyroid gland and related tissue and devices. Accurate coding is important for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific removal performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
G	Body System	Endocrine System
P	Operation	Removal
K	Body Part	Thyroid Gland

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Thyroid Gland Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
G	Body System	Endocrine System
P	Operation	Removal
K	Body Part	Thyroid Gland

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an operative procedure removes all or part of the thyroid gland or removes a device from the thyroid. Assign codes that reflect the extent of removal and the specific thyroid site involved, as documented in the operative report.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0GPK00Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, Open Approach
0GPK30Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, Percutaneous Approach
0GPK40Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
0GPKX0Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, External Approach

DRG Codes

15 rows

DRG Code	Description
143	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with MCC
144	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with CC
145	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures without CC/MCC
579	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with MCC
580	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with CC
581	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures without CC/MCC
625	Thyroid, Parathyroid and Thyroglossal Procedures with MCC
626	Thyroid, Parathyroid and Thyroglossal Procedures with CC
627	Thyroid, Parathyroid and Thyroglossal Procedures without CC/MCC
907	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with MCC

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Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient is admitted electively for removal of a previously placed thyroid drainage catheter that was used after a recent thyroid lobectomy. The drainage device has fulfilled its purpose, there is minimal output and no evidence of ongoing bleeding or infection, and the surgeon plans a simple removal at bedside in a controlled setting. A code reflecting removal of a drainage device from the thyroid gland using an external (bedside) approach is appropriate. Typical codes: 0GPKX0Z
A patient presents to the hospital postoperatively with persistent fluid collection tracked to a percutaneously placed thyroid drain that requires image-guided removal. Because the drain was inserted through the skin under imaging and will be removed via the same percutaneous route in the interventional radiology suite, a percutaneous approach code for removal of the drainage device is selected. Typical codes: 0GPK30Z
A patient develops a retained drainage catheter complication following thyroid surgery with signs of localized infection and adherent tissue; the removal requires direct visualization in the operating room using an open surgical approach to safely explant the device and debride surrounding tissue. Because the device is being removed through an open surgical incision into the thyroid region, the open approach removal code is used. Typical codes: 0GPK00Z

Related Codes

0GP0-PITUITARY-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Pituitary Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GP1-PINEAL-BODY-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Pineal Body: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GP5-ADRENAL-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Adrenal Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GPR-PARATHYROID-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Parathyroid Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GPS-ENDOCRINE-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Endocrine Gland: 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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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0GPK00Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, Open Approach
0GPK30Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, Percutaneous Approach
0GPK40Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
0GPKX0Z	Removal of Drainage Device from Thyroid Gland, External Approach

DRG Codes

15 rows

DRG Code	Description
143	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with MCC
144	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures with CC
145	Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat O.R. Procedures without CC/MCC
579	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with MCC
580	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with CC
581	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures without CC/MCC
625	Thyroid, Parathyroid and Thyroglossal Procedures with MCC
626	Thyroid, Parathyroid and Thyroglossal Procedures with CC
627	Thyroid, Parathyroid and Thyroglossal Procedures without CC/MCC
907	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with MCC

Showing 1–10 of 15

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult patient is admitted electively for removal of a previously placed thyroid drainage catheter that was used after a recent thyroid lobectomy. The drainage device has fulfilled its purpose, there is minimal output and no evidence of ongoing bleeding or infection, and the surgeon plans a simple removal at bedside in a controlled setting. A code reflecting removal of a drainage device from the thyroid gland using an external (bedside) approach is appropriate. Typical codes: 0GPKX0Z
A patient presents to the hospital postoperatively with persistent fluid collection tracked to a percutaneously placed thyroid drain that requires image-guided removal. Because the drain was inserted through the skin under imaging and will be removed via the same percutaneous route in the interventional radiology suite, a percutaneous approach code for removal of the drainage device is selected. Typical codes: 0GPK30Z
A patient develops a retained drainage catheter complication following thyroid surgery with signs of localized infection and adherent tissue; the removal requires direct visualization in the operating room using an open surgical approach to safely explant the device and debride surrounding tissue. Because the device is being removed through an open surgical incision into the thyroid region, the open approach removal code is used. Typical codes: 0GPK00Z

Related Codes

0GP0-PITUITARY-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Pituitary Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GP1-PINEAL-BODY-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Pineal Body: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GP5-ADRENAL-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Adrenal Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GPR-PARATHYROID-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Parathyroid Gland: Procedure Code Group Overview

0GPS-ENDOCRINE-GLAND-REMOVAL

ICD-10-PCS Code For Endocrine Gland: 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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Thyroid Gland Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Thyroid Gland Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers removal procedures of the thyroid gland?

What procedures are described within the 0GPK code group?

What are the specific codes included in this group and their approaches?

Why is accurate coding within the 0GPK group important for inpatient care?

Which DRGs are related to procedures in the 0GPK group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers removal procedures of the thyroid gland?

What procedures are described within the 0GPK code group?

What are the specific codes included in this group and their approaches?

Why is accurate coding within the 0GPK group important for inpatient care?

Which DRGs are related to procedures in the 0GPK group?

References