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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0HQ6 includes procedures performed to repair skin in the back. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when surgical restoration of back skin anatomy and function is performed to correct defects such as lacerations, avulsions, or wound breakdown. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0HQ6 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.

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Back Repair Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve surgical repair of the skin on the back through an external approach and target the Skin and Breast body system. These repair procedures restore the skin’s anatomic structure and function, addressing defects such as lacerations, avulsions, or wound breakdown. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding matters for inpatient reimbursement because it documents the specific restorative operation performed and supports correct case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
H	Body System	Skin and Breast
Q	Operation	Repair
6	Body Part	Skin, Back

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Back Repair Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
H	Body System	Skin and Breast
Q	Operation	Repair
6	Body Part	Skin, Back

When to Use

Use a code from this group when a documented surgical repair is performed on back skin to correct defects such as lacerations, dehiscence, or traumatic injury. Do not use these codes for procedures on other body parts or for nonrepair operations on the skin.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0HQ6XZZ	Repair Back Skin, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with a large, full-thickness laceration across the upper back with active bleeding and exposed subcutaneous tissue. The patient requires inpatient surgical exploration, irrigation, and layered closure to restore skin continuity and prevent infection, so repair of back skin is performed under general anesthesia. Typical codes: 0HQ6XZZ
An elderly patient admitted from a long-term care facility with a chronic pressure ulcer on the lower back that has developed surrounding skin breakdown and nonviable wound edges despite conservative care; the team elects to perform operative debridement and primary repair of the back skin to promote healing and close the defect. The procedure is done in the inpatient setting to restore the skin’s anatomic integrity and function. Typical codes: 0HQ6XZZ
A young adult returns to the hospital with wound dehiscence after recent posterior spinal surgery, with reopening of the incision and partial loss of skin approximation; inpatient operative closure and repair of the back skin are required to reestablish barrier function and reduce risk of deep infection. Typical codes: 0HQ6XZZ

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0HQ0-SCALP-REPAIR

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

0HQ1-FACE-REPAIR

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

0HQ2-RIGHT-EAR-REPAIR

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

0HQ3-LEFT-EAR-REPAIR-LEFT-EAR-REPAIR

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

0HQ4-NECK-REPAIR

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

0HQ5-CHEST-REPAIR

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

0HQ7-ABDOMEN-REPAIR

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

0HQ8-BUTTOCK-REPAIR

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

0HQ9-PERINEUM-REPAIR

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

0HQA-INGUINAL-REPAIR

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

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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
0HQ6XZZ	Repair Back Skin, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with a large, full-thickness laceration across the upper back with active bleeding and exposed subcutaneous tissue. The patient requires inpatient surgical exploration, irrigation, and layered closure to restore skin continuity and prevent infection, so repair of back skin is performed under general anesthesia. Typical codes: 0HQ6XZZ
An elderly patient admitted from a long-term care facility with a chronic pressure ulcer on the lower back that has developed surrounding skin breakdown and nonviable wound edges despite conservative care; the team elects to perform operative debridement and primary repair of the back skin to promote healing and close the defect. The procedure is done in the inpatient setting to restore the skin’s anatomic integrity and function. Typical codes: 0HQ6XZZ
A young adult returns to the hospital with wound dehiscence after recent posterior spinal surgery, with reopening of the incision and partial loss of skin approximation; inpatient operative closure and repair of the back skin are required to reestablish barrier function and reduce risk of deep infection. Typical codes: 0HQ6XZZ

Related Codes

0HQ0-SCALP-REPAIR

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

0HQ1-FACE-REPAIR

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

0HQ2-RIGHT-EAR-REPAIR

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

0HQ3-LEFT-EAR-REPAIR-LEFT-EAR-REPAIR

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

0HQ4-NECK-REPAIR

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

0HQ5-CHEST-REPAIR

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

0HQ7-ABDOMEN-REPAIR

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

0HQ8-BUTTOCK-REPAIR

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

0HQ9-PERINEUM-REPAIR

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

0HQA-INGUINAL-REPAIR

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

Showing 1–10 of 29

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 Back: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Back Repair Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

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Back Repair Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What does the ICD-10-PCS code group 0HQ6 represent?

Which specific code is included in this procedure group?

For what clinical situations is a 0HQ6 group code used in inpatient documentation?

What are the ICD-10-PCS attributes for these back skin repair procedures?

Why is accurate coding within the 0HQ6 group important for inpatient reimbursement?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What does the ICD-10-PCS code group 0HQ6 represent?

Which specific code is included in this procedure group?

For what clinical situations is a 0HQ6 group code used in inpatient documentation?

What are the ICD-10-PCS attributes for these back skin repair procedures?

Why is accurate coding within the 0HQ6 group important for inpatient reimbursement?

References