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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0LWX includes procedures performed to revise malfunctioning or displaced tendons in the upper body. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a surgeon corrects, repositions, or repairs an upper tendon to restore function or address a device-related issue. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0LWX group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Upper Tendon Revision Procedure Overview

The procedures in ICD-10 PCS 0LWX involve revision of upper tendon structures to correct a malfunctioning tendon or to restore the position of a displaced tendon. These procedures target the tendons of the upper body and focus on repairing, reshaping, or repositioning tendon tissue to improve function. Accurate coding of these revision procedures is important for inpatient reimbursement because it captures the specific corrective action performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
L	Body System	Tendons
W	Operation	Revision
X	Body Part	Upper Tendon

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Upper Tendon Revision Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
L	Body System	Tendons
W	Operation	Revision
X	Body Part	Upper Tendon

When to Use

Use a code from this group when the operative report documents a revision procedure on an upper tendon to correct dysfunction or displacement. Select the specific ICD-10-PCS code based on the documented approach and the precise tendon procedure performed.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

19 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0LWX00Z	Revision of Drainage Device in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX07Z	Revision of Autologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX0JZ	Revision of Synthetic Substitute in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX0KZ	Revision of Nonautologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX0YZ	Revision of Other Device in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX30Z	Revision of Drainage Device in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX37Z	Revision of Autologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX3JZ	Revision of Synthetic Substitute in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX3KZ	Revision of Nonautologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX3YZ	Revision of Other Device in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach

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DRG Codes

9 rows

DRG Code	Description
500	Soft Tissue Procedures with MCC
501	Soft Tissue Procedures with CC
502	Soft Tissue Procedures without CC/MCC
907	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with MCC
908	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with CC
909	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries 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 elderly patient presents after a fall with a disrupted suture anchor and malpositioned synthetic tendon graft in the distal biceps tendon causing loss of elbow flexion. The surgeon takes the patient to the operating room to correct the position and repair the malfunctioning synthetic graft material to restore tendon continuity and function. An open revision is required due to scar tissue and the need to directly access and secure the synthetic substitute. Typical codes: 0LWX0JZ
A middle-aged manual laborer with chronic lateral wrist pain and decreased grip strength returns electively after prior reconstruction with autologous tendon tissue; imaging and exam show graft laxity and partial failure without infection. The planned inpatient procedure is an open revision to adjust and reinforce the autologous tendon substitute to reestablish tension and improve wrist tendon function. Typical codes: 0LWX07Z
A patient develops a draining sinus and persistent fluid collection after prior distal forearm tendon reconstruction with placement of a drainage device to manage postoperative hematoma. Due to ongoing drainage and concern for device malfunction, a percutaneous revision of the drainage device is performed to correct its position and resolve the complication. Typical codes: 0LWX30Z

Related Codes

0LWY-LOWER-TENDON-REVISION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Tendon: 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

19 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0LWX00Z	Revision of Drainage Device in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX07Z	Revision of Autologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX0JZ	Revision of Synthetic Substitute in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX0KZ	Revision of Nonautologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX0YZ	Revision of Other Device in Upper Tendon, Open Approach
0LWX30Z	Revision of Drainage Device in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX37Z	Revision of Autologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX3JZ	Revision of Synthetic Substitute in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX3KZ	Revision of Nonautologous Tissue Substitute in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach
0LWX3YZ	Revision of Other Device in Upper Tendon, Percutaneous Approach

Showing 1–10 of 19

DRG Codes

9 rows

DRG Code	Description
500	Soft Tissue Procedures with MCC
501	Soft Tissue Procedures with CC
502	Soft Tissue Procedures without CC/MCC
907	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with MCC
908	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with CC
909	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries 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 elderly patient presents after a fall with a disrupted suture anchor and malpositioned synthetic tendon graft in the distal biceps tendon causing loss of elbow flexion. The surgeon takes the patient to the operating room to correct the position and repair the malfunctioning synthetic graft material to restore tendon continuity and function. An open revision is required due to scar tissue and the need to directly access and secure the synthetic substitute. Typical codes: 0LWX0JZ
A middle-aged manual laborer with chronic lateral wrist pain and decreased grip strength returns electively after prior reconstruction with autologous tendon tissue; imaging and exam show graft laxity and partial failure without infection. The planned inpatient procedure is an open revision to adjust and reinforce the autologous tendon substitute to reestablish tension and improve wrist tendon function. Typical codes: 0LWX07Z
A patient develops a draining sinus and persistent fluid collection after prior distal forearm tendon reconstruction with placement of a drainage device to manage postoperative hematoma. Due to ongoing drainage and concern for device malfunction, a percutaneous revision of the drainage device is performed to correct its position and resolve the complication. Typical codes: 0LWX30Z

Related Codes

0LWY-LOWER-TENDON-REVISION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Lower Tendon: 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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Upper Tendon Revision Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Upper Tendon Revision Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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

What is the primary purpose of procedures coded in 0LWX?

Which ICD-10-PCS code attributes apply to the 0LWX group?

How should coders document approach and device type for accurate coding?

Which DRGs are commonly related to procedures in the 0LWX group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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

What is the primary purpose of procedures coded in 0LWX?

Which ICD-10-PCS code attributes apply to the 0LWX group?

How should coders document approach and device type for accurate coding?

Which DRGs are commonly related to procedures in the 0LWX group?

References