ICD-10-PCS Code For Abdominal Wall: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 2W03 includes procedures performed to change devices in the abdominal wall. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a device implanted in or on the abdominal wall is removed and an identical or similar device is placed back without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 2W03 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the device change performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Abdominal Wall Change Procedure Overview

This group includes procedures that involve changing an identical or similar device in or on the abdominal wall without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane. The procedures target the abdominal wall anatomical region and consist of removal and replacement of a device through the same external pathway. Accurate coding reflects the specific device change and supports correct inpatient reimbursement and case mix assignment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
W	Body System	Anatomical Regions
0	Operation	Change
3	Body Part	Abdominal Wall

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Abdominal Wall Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
W	Body System	Anatomical Regions
0	Operation	Change
3	Body Part	Abdominal Wall

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an implanted or externally attached device on the abdominal wall is removed and replaced with an identical or similar device via the same external route without an incision. These codes apply only when no cutting or puncture of the skin or a mucous membrane is performed during the device exchange.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

9 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W03X0Z	Change Traction Apparatus on Abdominal Wall
2W03X1Z	Change Splint on Abdominal Wall
2W03X2Z	Change Cast on Abdominal Wall
2W03X3Z	Change Brace on Abdominal Wall
2W03X4Z	Change Bandage on Abdominal Wall
2W03X5Z	Change Packing Material on Abdominal Wall
2W03X6Z	Change Pressure Dressing on Abdominal Wall
2W03X7Z	Change Intermittent Pressure Device on Abdominal Wall
2W03XYZ	Change Other Device on Abdominal Wall

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted from a nursing facility has a dislodged external abdominal wound VAC dressing and tubing that were providing negative pressure therapy over a chronic abdominal wound. The dressing and canister connection are removed at bedside and an identical negative-pressure wound dressing (traction/apparatus type) is reapplied through the same external pathway without incision. The procedure is performed to restore vacuum-assisted closure and control wound drainage while avoiding further skin disruption. Typical codes: 2W03X0Z
A postoperative patient in the inpatient unit develops localized serous drainage under an intact abdominal binder after recent laparotomy. To manage discomfort and assess the superficial collection, the abdominal binder is removed and replaced with a fresh, identical abdominal brace-style support without cutting the skin. The exchange is done at bedside to maintain support and minimize motion of the abdominal wall during recovery. Typical codes: 2W03X3Z
A patient with an infected superficial port-site packing presents with increased purulent drainage and pain; to control the infection and allow bedside inspection, the existing packing material is removed and replaced with sterile packing of the same type through the existing external opening without incision. The procedure is performed in the inpatient setting to manage local infection and permit continued drainage. Typical codes: 2W03X5Z

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2W00-HEAD-CHANGE

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

2W01-FACE-CHANGE

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

2W02-NECK-CHANGE

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

2W04-CHEST-WALL-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code for Chest Wall: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W05-BACK-CHANGE

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

2W06-INGUINAL-REGION-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Inguinal Region, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W07-INGUINAL-REGION-LEFT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Inguinal Region Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W08-UPPER-EXTREMITY-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Extremity Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W09-LEFT-UPPER-EXTREMITY-CHANGE

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

2W0A-UPPER-ARM-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Arm 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

9 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W03X0Z	Change Traction Apparatus on Abdominal Wall
2W03X1Z	Change Splint on Abdominal Wall
2W03X2Z	Change Cast on Abdominal Wall
2W03X3Z	Change Brace on Abdominal Wall
2W03X4Z	Change Bandage on Abdominal Wall
2W03X5Z	Change Packing Material on Abdominal Wall
2W03X6Z	Change Pressure Dressing on Abdominal Wall
2W03X7Z	Change Intermittent Pressure Device on Abdominal Wall
2W03XYZ	Change Other Device on Abdominal Wall

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted from a nursing facility has a dislodged external abdominal wound VAC dressing and tubing that were providing negative pressure therapy over a chronic abdominal wound. The dressing and canister connection are removed at bedside and an identical negative-pressure wound dressing (traction/apparatus type) is reapplied through the same external pathway without incision. The procedure is performed to restore vacuum-assisted closure and control wound drainage while avoiding further skin disruption. Typical codes: 2W03X0Z
A postoperative patient in the inpatient unit develops localized serous drainage under an intact abdominal binder after recent laparotomy. To manage discomfort and assess the superficial collection, the abdominal binder is removed and replaced with a fresh, identical abdominal brace-style support without cutting the skin. The exchange is done at bedside to maintain support and minimize motion of the abdominal wall during recovery. Typical codes: 2W03X3Z
A patient with an infected superficial port-site packing presents with increased purulent drainage and pain; to control the infection and allow bedside inspection, the existing packing material is removed and replaced with sterile packing of the same type through the existing external opening without incision. The procedure is performed in the inpatient setting to manage local infection and permit continued drainage. Typical codes: 2W03X5Z

Related Codes

2W00-HEAD-CHANGE

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

2W01-FACE-CHANGE

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

2W02-NECK-CHANGE

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

2W04-CHEST-WALL-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code for Chest Wall: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W05-BACK-CHANGE

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

2W06-INGUINAL-REGION-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Inguinal Region, Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W07-INGUINAL-REGION-LEFT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Inguinal Region Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W08-UPPER-EXTREMITY-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Extremity Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

2W09-LEFT-UPPER-EXTREMITY-CHANGE

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

2W0A-UPPER-ARM-RIGHT-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Upper Arm Right: 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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Abdominal Wall Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

ICD-10-PCS Code For Abdominal Wall: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Abdominal Wall Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2W03?

What is the general operation and body part for codes in this group?

How should individual ICD-10-PCS codes from this group be presented in documentation?

When is it appropriate to use a 2W03 code instead of a different placement code?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 2W03 code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2W03?

What is the general operation and body part for codes in this group?

How should individual ICD-10-PCS codes from this group be presented in documentation?

When is it appropriate to use a 2W03 code instead of a different placement code?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 2W03 code group?

References