Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Right Upper Arm ICD-10-PCS Coding

ICD-10-PCS Code For Subcutaneous Tissue And Fascia, Right Upper Arm: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0JND includes procedures performed to release subcutaneous tissue and fascia in the right upper arm. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a procedure is performed to free the subcutaneous tissue and fascia of the right upper arm from abnormal physical constraints such as scar contracture or entrapment. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0JND group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Subcutaneous Tissue And Fascia Release Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes releases performed on the subcutaneous tissue and fascia of the right upper arm to free the tissue from abnormal physical constraints by cutting or applying force. Procedures target the subcutaneous tissue and fascia body system and involve incision, dissection, or manual separation to restore mobility or relieve entrapment. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the correct body part and operation, which supports appropriate assignment of case mix and payment.

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
J	Body System	Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia
N	Operation	Release
D	Body Part	Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Right Upper Arm

Character

ICD-10-PCS Category

Code Group Details

Section

Medical and Surgical

Body System

Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia

Operation

Release

Body Part

Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Right Upper Arm

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Subcutaneous Tissue And Fascia Release Procedure Overview

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
J	Body System	Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia
N	Operation	Release
D	Body Part	Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Right Upper Arm

Character

ICD-10-PCS Category

Code Group Details

Section

Medical and Surgical

Body System

Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia

Operation

Release

Body Part

Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Right Upper Arm

When to Use

Use codes from this group when the operative intent is to free the subcutaneous tissue and fascia of the right upper arm from adhesions, scar contracture, or other physical restrictions. These codes apply when the procedure specifically targets the subcutaneous tissue and fascia as the body part and the Release operation is performed.

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0JND0ZZ	Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
0JND3ZZ	Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
0JNDXZZ	Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach

ICD-10-PCS Code

Description

0JND0ZZ

Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach

0JND3ZZ

Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach

0JNDXZZ

Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach

DRG Code	Description
500	Soft Tissue Procedures with MCC
501	Soft Tissue Procedures with CC
502	Soft Tissue Procedures without CC/MCC

DRG Code

Description

500

Soft Tissue Procedures with MCC

501

Soft Tissue Procedures with CC

502

Soft Tissue Procedures without CC/MCC

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient with a long-standing post-traumatic scar contracture across the right upper arm presents for planned inpatient surgical correction due to limited elbow flexion and persistent pain interfering with activities of daily living. The procedure is performed electively to release the adherent subcutaneous tissue and fascia, restoring mobility and alleviating tethering of the overlying skin; an open approach is selected to allow direct visualization and precise release. Typical codes: 0JND0ZZ
An elderly patient on anticoagulation develops cellulitis with progressive fluctuant induration and fascial tethering of the right upper arm, resulting in acute loss of range of motion and concern for compartment compromise; after admission for intravenous antibiotics and monitoring, an urgent percutaneous release is performed to relieve constrictive subcutaneous adhesions and improve perfusion. Typical codes: 0JND3ZZ
A patient with a prior burn injury to the right upper arm presents with recurrent symptomatic contracture after a failed conservative release; inpatient revision is undertaken using external manipulative and traction techniques under anesthesia to separate restrictive subcutaneous bands and fascia without creating a large incision. Typical codes: 0JNDXZZ

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.

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0JND0ZZ	Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Open Approach
0JND3ZZ	Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Percutaneous Approach
0JNDXZZ	Release Right Upper Arm Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, External Approach

DRG Code	Description
500	Soft Tissue Procedures with MCC
501	Soft Tissue Procedures with CC
502	Soft Tissue Procedures without CC/MCC

A middle-aged patient with a long-standing post-traumatic scar contracture across the right upper arm presents for planned inpatient surgical correction due to limited elbow flexion and persistent pain interfering with activities of daily living. The procedure is performed electively to release the adherent subcutaneous tissue and fascia, restoring mobility and alleviating tethering of the overlying skin; an open approach is selected to allow direct visualization and precise release. Typical codes: 0JND0ZZ
An elderly patient on anticoagulation develops cellulitis with progressive fluctuant induration and fascial tethering of the right upper arm, resulting in acute loss of range of motion and concern for compartment compromise; after admission for intravenous antibiotics and monitoring, an urgent percutaneous release is performed to relieve constrictive subcutaneous adhesions and improve perfusion. Typical codes: 0JND3ZZ
A patient with a prior burn injury to the right upper arm presents with recurrent symptomatic contracture after a failed conservative release; inpatient revision is undertaken using external manipulative and traction techniques under anesthesia to separate restrictive subcutaneous bands and fascia without creating a large incision. Typical codes: 0JNDXZZ

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Which procedures are included in the 0JND ICD-10-PCS code group?

What body system and operation are captured by this code group?

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

Which DRGs are related to procedures in the 0JND code group?

When should a coder select `0JND3ZZ` instead of `0JND0ZZ` or `0JNDXZZ`?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the 0JND ICD-10-PCS code group?

What body system and operation are captured by this code group?

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

Which DRGs are related to procedures in the 0JND code group?

When should a coder select `0JND3ZZ` instead of `0JND0ZZ` or `0JNDXZZ`?

References