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 2W66 includes procedures performed to exert a pulling force on tissues in the right inguinal region. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when traction is applied to the right inguinal area to align, mobilize, or relieve tension on anatomical structures. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 2W66 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Inguinal Region Traction Procedure Overview

Procedures in this ICD-10-PCS group involve exerting a pulling force on tissues in the inguinal region, right. These traction procedures target the anatomical regions body system and specifically the right inguinal area to align or mobilize structures. Accurate coding of these procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the exact operation performed and supports appropriate inpatient reimbursement.

Code Attributes

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

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Inguinal Region Traction Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

When to Use

Use a code from this group when traction is intentionally applied to the right inguinal region during an inpatient encounter. These codes are selected when the primary operation performed is the exertion of a pulling force on that anatomical location.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W66X0Z	Traction of Right Inguinal Region using Traction Apparatus
2W66XZZ	Traction of Right Inguinal Region

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult male presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with a displaced femoral shaft fracture and associated severe pain radiating to the right groin. Inpatient management includes application of a distal traction apparatus to the right inguinal region to immobilize and align the limb and reduce soft tissue tension prior to definitive orthopedic fixation. Traction is documented as the primary procedure performed on the right inguinal area. Typical codes: 2W66X0Z
A middle-aged patient is admitted electively for staged correction of a chronic lower-extremity deformity causing persistent inguinal region soft-tissue contracture. As part of the operative plan, controlled distal traction is applied to the right inguinal region using a traction apparatus to gradually mobilize tissues and facilitate subsequent reconstructive procedures. The traction of the right inguinal area is performed in a planned inpatient setting. Typical codes: 2W66X0Z
A patient with a history of prior inguinal surgery develops recurrent groin compartment tightness and failed conservative management, requiring inpatient intervention to relieve tension and allow wound management. The team performs manual traction of the right inguinal region (without a specific device documented) to mobilize tissues and improve access for debridement and revision care. Traction of the right inguinal area is the documented procedure addressing the complication of prior surgery. Typical codes: 2W66XZZ

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2W60-HEAD-TRACTION

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

2W61-FACE-TRACTION

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2W62-NECK-TRACTION

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

2W63-ABDOMINAL-WALL-TRACTION

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

2W64-CHEST-WALL-TRACTION

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

2W65-BACK-TRACTION

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

2W67-INGUINAL-REGION-TRACTION

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

2W68-UPPER-EXTREMITY-RIGHT-TRACTION

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

2W69-LEFT-UPPER-EXTREMITY-TRACTION

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

2W6A-UPPER-ARM-RIGHT-TRACTION

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

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2W66X0Z	Traction of Right Inguinal Region using Traction Apparatus
2W66XZZ	Traction of Right Inguinal Region

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult male presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with a displaced femoral shaft fracture and associated severe pain radiating to the right groin. Inpatient management includes application of a distal traction apparatus to the right inguinal region to immobilize and align the limb and reduce soft tissue tension prior to definitive orthopedic fixation. Traction is documented as the primary procedure performed on the right inguinal area. Typical codes: 2W66X0Z
A middle-aged patient is admitted electively for staged correction of a chronic lower-extremity deformity causing persistent inguinal region soft-tissue contracture. As part of the operative plan, controlled distal traction is applied to the right inguinal region using a traction apparatus to gradually mobilize tissues and facilitate subsequent reconstructive procedures. The traction of the right inguinal area is performed in a planned inpatient setting. Typical codes: 2W66X0Z
A patient with a history of prior inguinal surgery develops recurrent groin compartment tightness and failed conservative management, requiring inpatient intervention to relieve tension and allow wound management. The team performs manual traction of the right inguinal region (without a specific device documented) to mobilize tissues and improve access for debridement and revision care. Traction of the right inguinal area is the documented procedure addressing the complication of prior surgery. Typical codes: 2W66XZZ

Related Codes

2W60-HEAD-TRACTION

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

2W61-FACE-TRACTION

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

2W62-NECK-TRACTION

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

2W63-ABDOMINAL-WALL-TRACTION

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

2W64-CHEST-WALL-TRACTION

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

2W65-BACK-TRACTION

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

2W67-INGUINAL-REGION-TRACTION

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

2W68-UPPER-EXTREMITY-RIGHT-TRACTION

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

2W69-LEFT-UPPER-EXTREMITY-TRACTION

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

2W6A-UPPER-ARM-RIGHT-TRACTION

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 Traction Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Inguinal Region Traction Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2W66?

What is the general purpose of procedures coded to 2W66?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system is 2W66 classified?

How should accurate coding of 2W66 group procedures be used for inpatient records?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 2W66 code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2W66?

What is the general purpose of procedures coded to 2W66?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system is 2W66 classified?

How should accurate coding of 2W66 group procedures be used for inpatient records?

Are there related DRGs listed for the 2W66 code group?

References