ICD-10-PCS Code For Breast, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0H2U includes procedures performed to change devices in Breast, Left. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when an implanted or external device on the left breast is removed and an identical or similar device is placed back on the same left breast without cutting or puncturing the skin or mucous membrane. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0H2U group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.

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Breast, Left Change Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve changing an implanted or external device on the left breast without cutting or puncturing the skin or mucous membrane. They target the skin and breast body system and consist of removing and replacing an identical or similar device on the same left breast. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the specific operation performed and supports appropriate reimbursement and case mix assignment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
H	Body System	Skin and Breast
2	Operation	Change
U	Body Part	Breast, Left

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Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
H	Body System	Skin and Breast
2	Operation	Change
U	Body Part	Breast, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an implanted or external device on the left breast is taken off and an identical or similar device is put back in or on the same left breast without cutting or puncturing the skin or mucous membrane. Do not use these codes if the procedure involves creating a new incision, extensive device revision, or placement of a different type of device.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0H2UX0Z	Change Drainage Device in Left Breast, External Approach
0H2UXYZ	Change Other Device in Left Breast, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An inpatient presents after drainage tubing for a postoperative seroma on the left breast becomes occluded and nonfunctional the day after mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. The existing external drainage device is removed at the bedside and an identical external drainage device is placed back on the left breast without making a new incision. The procedure is performed to re-establish effective seroma evacuation and prevent wound complications. Typical codes: 0H2UX0Z
A patient admitted electively for management of chronic lymphorrhea from the left breast following previous surgery has an external collection device that requires scheduled replacement. During the inpatient stay the worn external drainage apparatus is taken off and an identical external drainage device is applied to the left breast through the existing tract without cutting the skin. The change is planned to maintain continuous drainage and skin integrity while conservative therapy continues. Typical codes: 0H2UX0Z
A patient with a left breast wound dressing system reports device malfunction and skin irritation around the device site; inpatient evaluation determines the device itself is the source of persistent leakage. The external device is removed and replaced with a similar external device on the left breast at bedside without creating any new incision to control ongoing leakage and allow wound assessment. This change is done as a revision of the external apparatus rather than placement of a different device type. Typical codes: 0H2UX0Z, 0H2UXYZ

Related Codes

0H2P-SKIN-CHANGE

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

0H2T-BREAST-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Breast Right: 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

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0H2UX0Z	Change Drainage Device in Left Breast, External Approach
0H2UXYZ	Change Other Device in Left Breast, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An inpatient presents after drainage tubing for a postoperative seroma on the left breast becomes occluded and nonfunctional the day after mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. The existing external drainage device is removed at the bedside and an identical external drainage device is placed back on the left breast without making a new incision. The procedure is performed to re-establish effective seroma evacuation and prevent wound complications. Typical codes: 0H2UX0Z
A patient admitted electively for management of chronic lymphorrhea from the left breast following previous surgery has an external collection device that requires scheduled replacement. During the inpatient stay the worn external drainage apparatus is taken off and an identical external drainage device is applied to the left breast through the existing tract without cutting the skin. The change is planned to maintain continuous drainage and skin integrity while conservative therapy continues. Typical codes: 0H2UX0Z
A patient with a left breast wound dressing system reports device malfunction and skin irritation around the device site; inpatient evaluation determines the device itself is the source of persistent leakage. The external device is removed and replaced with a similar external device on the left breast at bedside without creating any new incision to control ongoing leakage and allow wound assessment. This change is done as a revision of the external apparatus rather than placement of a different device type. Typical codes: 0H2UX0Z, 0H2UXYZ

Related Codes

0H2P-SKIN-CHANGE

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

0H2T-BREAST-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Breast Right: 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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Breast, Left Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Breast, Left Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS 0H2U code group?

What body system and operation does 0H2U represent?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS codes are listed in this group?

How does accurate coding in 0H2U affect inpatient records and payment?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 0H2U code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS 0H2U code group?

What body system and operation does 0H2U represent?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS codes are listed in this group?

How does accurate coding in 0H2U affect inpatient records and payment?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 0H2U code group?

References