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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 2W06 includes procedures performed to change devices in the Inguinal Region, Right. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a device located in the right inguinal region is removed and an identical or similar device is placed without cutting or puncturing the skin or a mucous membrane. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 2W06 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Inguinal Region, Change Procedure Overview

The procedures in this group involve changing an implanted or external device in the right inguinal region without cutting or puncturing the skin or mucous membrane. They target the anatomical regions body system and consist of removing a device and immediately replacing it with an identical or similar device. Accurate coding of these placement-change procedures affects inpatient reimbursement by ensuring the documented procedure and device handling are captured for case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
W	Body System	Anatomical Regions
0	Operation	Change
6	Body Part	Inguinal Region, Right

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Inguinal Region, Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
W	Body System	Anatomical Regions
0	Operation	Change
6	Body Part	Inguinal Region, Right

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an implanted or external device in the right inguinal region is removed and replaced in the same encounter without incision or puncture. Do not use these codes if the skin or mucous membrane is cut or punctured during device removal or replacement.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

9 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W06X0Z	Change Traction Apparatus on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X1Z	Change Splint on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X2Z	Change Cast on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X3Z	Change Brace on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X4Z	Change Bandage on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X5Z	Change Packing Material on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X6Z	Change Pressure Dressing on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X7Z	Change Intermittent Pressure Device on Right Inguinal Region
2W06XYZ	Change Other Device on Right Inguinal Region

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted after displacement of a right inguinal external traction apparatus used for immobilization following a recent femoral fracture. The traction apparatus is removed at bedside and an identical traction device is reapplied to reestablish proper alignment without any incision or puncture. The procedure is performed to restore immobilization and pain control while avoiding operative intervention. Typical codes: 2W06X0Z
A middle-aged patient scheduled for inpatient orthopaedic management has a planned change of a right inguinal brace that was previously applied externally for chronic soft-tissue support. The brace is removed and an identical replacement brace is fitted and secured in the same encounter without breaching the skin or mucous membranes. The change is performed to optimize support and patient comfort during the admission. Typical codes: 2W06X3Z
A postoperative patient on the ward develops excessive drainage beneath a right inguinal dressing with concern for wound contamination of a superficial device site. The soiled bandage and underlying packing material are removed and replaced with similar sterile packing and a clean bandage at the bedside without cutting or puncturing skin. The change is performed to manage contamination and prevent further local complication without returning to the operating room. Typical codes: 2W06X4Z, 2W06X5Z

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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

2W03-ABDOMINAL-WALL-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Abdominal Wall: 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

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
2W06X0Z	Change Traction Apparatus on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X1Z	Change Splint on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X2Z	Change Cast on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X3Z	Change Brace on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X4Z	Change Bandage on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X5Z	Change Packing Material on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X6Z	Change Pressure Dressing on Right Inguinal Region
2W06X7Z	Change Intermittent Pressure Device on Right Inguinal Region
2W06XYZ	Change Other Device on Right Inguinal Region

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient admitted after displacement of a right inguinal external traction apparatus used for immobilization following a recent femoral fracture. The traction apparatus is removed at bedside and an identical traction device is reapplied to reestablish proper alignment without any incision or puncture. The procedure is performed to restore immobilization and pain control while avoiding operative intervention. Typical codes: 2W06X0Z
A middle-aged patient scheduled for inpatient orthopaedic management has a planned change of a right inguinal brace that was previously applied externally for chronic soft-tissue support. The brace is removed and an identical replacement brace is fitted and secured in the same encounter without breaching the skin or mucous membranes. The change is performed to optimize support and patient comfort during the admission. Typical codes: 2W06X3Z
A postoperative patient on the ward develops excessive drainage beneath a right inguinal dressing with concern for wound contamination of a superficial device site. The soiled bandage and underlying packing material are removed and replaced with similar sterile packing and a clean bandage at the bedside without cutting or puncturing skin. The change is performed to manage contamination and prevent further local complication without returning to the operating room. Typical codes: 2W06X4Z, 2W06X5Z

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

2W03-ABDOMINAL-WALL-CHANGE

ICD-10-PCS Code For Abdominal Wall: 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

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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Inguinal Region, Change Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Inguinal Region, 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 2W06 for the inguinal region, right?

What is the ICD-10-PCS section, body system, and operation for these codes?

How should a coder document a procedure that involves replacing a device in the right inguinal region?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code do I use to code a change of a brace on the right inguinal region?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 2W06 inguinal region change codes?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2W06 for the inguinal region, right?

What is the ICD-10-PCS section, body system, and operation for these codes?

How should a coder document a procedure that involves replacing a device in the right inguinal region?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code do I use to code a change of a brace on the right inguinal region?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 2W06 inguinal region change codes?

References