ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joint Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 0RJD includes procedures performed to inspect structures in the temporomandibular joint, left. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician performs a visual and/or manual exploration of the left temporomandibular joint to evaluate joint components or pathology. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 0RJD group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Temporomandibular Joint, Left Inspection Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes inspection of the left temporomandibular joint within the upper joints body system. Procedures involve visually and/or manually exploring the joint to assess structure, integrity, and pathology. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these inspection procedures supports proper inpatient documentation and influences reimbursement by capturing the specific procedure performed.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
R	Body System	Upper Joints
J	Operation	Inspection
D	Body Part	Temporomandibular Joint, Left

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Temporomandibular Joint, Left Inspection Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
R	Body System	Upper Joints
J	Operation	Inspection
D	Body Part	Temporomandibular Joint, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when a clinician performs inspection of the left temporomandibular joint during an inpatient encounter to assess joint structures or investigate symptoms. These codes apply whether the inspection is performed alone or as part of a diagnostic or operative session that documents a discrete inspection action.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0RJD0ZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Open Approach
0RJD3ZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Approach
0RJD4ZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
0RJDXZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, External Approach

DRG Codes

12 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
477	Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with MCC
478	Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with CC
479	Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue 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
957	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with MCC

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Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents to the hospital after a maxillofacial trauma from a motor vehicle collision with trismus, painful jaw movement, and suspected intra-articular derangement of the left temporomandibular joint; imaging is inconclusive for displaced fragments, so the surgical team performs an open operative exploration to directly visualize the joint surfaces, disc position, and any loose bodies to guide definitive repair. Typical codes: 0RJD0ZZ
A patient with chronic refractory left temporomandibular joint pain and intermittent locking, previously managed nonoperatively, is admitted electively for a scheduled arthroscopic assessment under anesthesia to evaluate disc integrity and joint surfaces; the goal of the inpatient endoscopic inspection is diagnostic confirmation before possible concurrent therapeutic intervention. Typical codes: 0RJD4ZZ
A hospitalized patient with a left temporomandibular joint infection after recent dental seeding has worsening swelling and concern for joint involvement; a percutaneous needle inspection/aspiration procedure is performed at the bedside or interventional suite to evaluate joint contents and obtain samples for culture while avoiding open surgery when possible. Typical codes: 0RJD3ZZ

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0RJ0-OCCIPITAL-CERVICAL-INSPECTION

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0RJ1-CERVICAL-VERTEBRAL-JOINT-INSPECTION

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0RJ3-CERVICAL-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

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0RJ4-CERVICOTHORACIC-VERTEBRAL-JOINT-INSPECTION

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0RJ5-CERVICOTHORACIC-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Cervicothoracic Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ6-THORACIC-VERTEBRAL-JOINT-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracic Vertebral Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ9-THORACIC-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracic Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJA-THORACOLUMBAR-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracolumbar Vertebral Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJB-THORACOLUMBAR-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracolumbar Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJC-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT-EXPLORATION-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joint Right: 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

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
0RJD0ZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Open Approach
0RJD3ZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Approach
0RJD4ZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, Percutaneous Endoscopic Approach
0RJDXZZ	Inspection of Left Temporomandibular Joint, External Approach

DRG Codes

12 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
477	Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with MCC
478	Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with CC
479	Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue 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
957	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with MCC

Showing 1–10 of 12

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents to the hospital after a maxillofacial trauma from a motor vehicle collision with trismus, painful jaw movement, and suspected intra-articular derangement of the left temporomandibular joint; imaging is inconclusive for displaced fragments, so the surgical team performs an open operative exploration to directly visualize the joint surfaces, disc position, and any loose bodies to guide definitive repair. Typical codes: 0RJD0ZZ
A patient with chronic refractory left temporomandibular joint pain and intermittent locking, previously managed nonoperatively, is admitted electively for a scheduled arthroscopic assessment under anesthesia to evaluate disc integrity and joint surfaces; the goal of the inpatient endoscopic inspection is diagnostic confirmation before possible concurrent therapeutic intervention. Typical codes: 0RJD4ZZ
A hospitalized patient with a left temporomandibular joint infection after recent dental seeding has worsening swelling and concern for joint involvement; a percutaneous needle inspection/aspiration procedure is performed at the bedside or interventional suite to evaluate joint contents and obtain samples for culture while avoiding open surgery when possible. Typical codes: 0RJD3ZZ

Related Codes

0RJ0-OCCIPITAL-CERVICAL-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Occipital-Cervical Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ1-CERVICAL-VERTEBRAL-JOINT-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Cervical Vertebral Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ3-CERVICAL-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Cervical Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ4-CERVICOTHORACIC-VERTEBRAL-JOINT-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Cervicothoracic Vertebral Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ5-CERVICOTHORACIC-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Cervicothoracic Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ6-THORACIC-VERTEBRAL-JOINT-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracic Vertebral Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJ9-THORACIC-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracic Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJA-THORACOLUMBAR-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracolumbar Vertebral Joint: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJB-THORACOLUMBAR-VERTEBRAL-DISC-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Thoracolumbar Vertebral Disc: Procedure Code Group Overview

0RJC-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT-EXPLORATION-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Temporomandibular Joint Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

Showing 1–10 of 28

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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Code Attributes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers inspection of the left temporomandibular joint?

What specific ICD-10-PCS codes are included in the 0RJD group and how are approaches indicated?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system are these inspection procedures classified?

How does accurate coding of 0RJD procedures affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

Which related DRGs might be associated with procedures coded from the 0RJD group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers inspection of the left temporomandibular joint?

What specific ICD-10-PCS codes are included in the 0RJD group and how are approaches indicated?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system are these inspection procedures classified?

How does accurate coding of 0RJD procedures affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

Which related DRGs might be associated with procedures coded from the 0RJD group?

References