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 2W36 includes procedures performed to immobilize anatomical regions in the inguinal area. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when placement procedures are performed to limit or prevent motion of the right inguinal region. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 2W36 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Inguinal Region, Immobilization Procedure Overview

The procedures in this group involve immobilizing the right inguinal region, targeting anatomical regions in the musculoskeletal or soft tissue structures of the groin. These Placement-section procedures restrict or prevent motion of the specified body region. Accurate coding ensures inpatient records reflect the immobilization performed and supports appropriate billing and case mix assignment.

Code Attributes

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

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Inguinal Region, Immobilization Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

When to Use

Use codes from this group when a placement procedure is performed specifically to immobilize the right inguinal region during an inpatient encounter. Select the code when documentation clearly indicates the operation is Immobilization of the right inguinal region.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W36X1Z	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Splint
2W36X2Z	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Cast
2W36X3Z	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Brace
2W36XYZ	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Other Device

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient with advanced dementia and a recent low-energy fall presents to the hospital with severe pain and soft-tissue swelling of the right groin; immobilization is needed to prevent movement of the inguinal region while diagnostic imaging and surgical planning occur and to reduce risk of further soft-tissue injury. A temporary external device is placed at the bedside to limit motion of the right inguinal area during the inpatient stay. Typical codes: 2W36X1Z, 2W36X3Z
A middle-aged athlete admitted electively after surgical repair of an inguinal soft-tissue injury (e.g., extensive soft-tissue debridement and repair in the right groin) requires post-operative stabilization to protect the repair and limit motion of the inguinal region during the initial healing period; a molded cast or postoperative brace is applied in the inpatient setting for immobilization. Typical codes: 2W36X2Z, 2W36X3Z
A postoperative patient develops persistent instability and pain from a failing external support applied in the ambulatory setting; during an inpatient readmission, the prior device is removed and a more secure immobilization device is placed to prevent motion of the right inguinal region while definitive management is arranged. Typical codes: 2W36XYZ, 2W36X1Z

Related Codes

2W30-HEAD-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W31-FACE-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W32-NECK-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W33-ABDOMINAL-WALL-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W34-CHEST-WALL-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W35-BACK-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W37-INGUINAL-REGION-LEFT-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W38-UPPER-EXTREMITY-RIGHT-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W39-LEFT-UPPER-EXTREMITY-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W3A-UPPER-ARM-RIGHT-IMMOBILIZATION

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

4 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W36X1Z	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Splint
2W36X2Z	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Cast
2W36X3Z	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Brace
2W36XYZ	Immobilization of Right Inguinal Region using Other Device

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient with advanced dementia and a recent low-energy fall presents to the hospital with severe pain and soft-tissue swelling of the right groin; immobilization is needed to prevent movement of the inguinal region while diagnostic imaging and surgical planning occur and to reduce risk of further soft-tissue injury. A temporary external device is placed at the bedside to limit motion of the right inguinal area during the inpatient stay. Typical codes: 2W36X1Z, 2W36X3Z
A middle-aged athlete admitted electively after surgical repair of an inguinal soft-tissue injury (e.g., extensive soft-tissue debridement and repair in the right groin) requires post-operative stabilization to protect the repair and limit motion of the inguinal region during the initial healing period; a molded cast or postoperative brace is applied in the inpatient setting for immobilization. Typical codes: 2W36X2Z, 2W36X3Z
A postoperative patient develops persistent instability and pain from a failing external support applied in the ambulatory setting; during an inpatient readmission, the prior device is removed and a more secure immobilization device is placed to prevent motion of the right inguinal region while definitive management is arranged. Typical codes: 2W36XYZ, 2W36X1Z

Related Codes

2W30-HEAD-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W31-FACE-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W32-NECK-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W33-ABDOMINAL-WALL-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W34-CHEST-WALL-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W35-BACK-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W37-INGUINAL-REGION-LEFT-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W38-UPPER-EXTREMITY-RIGHT-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W39-LEFT-UPPER-EXTREMITY-IMMOBILIZATION

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

2W3A-UPPER-ARM-RIGHT-IMMOBILIZATION

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, Immobilization Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Inguinal Region, Immobilization Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers immobilization of the right inguinal region?

What section and operation are used for these procedures in ICD-10-PCS?

What specific device options are represented within the 2W36 code group?

Why is accurate coding within the 2W36 group important for inpatient care?

Which body part and body system are specified for these codes?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS code group covers immobilization of the right inguinal region?

What section and operation are used for these procedures in ICD-10-PCS?

What specific device options are represented within the 2W36 code group?

Why is accurate coding within the 2W36 group important for inpatient care?

Which body part and body system are specified for these codes?

References