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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 2Y55 includes procedures performed to remove packing material from the urethra. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when packing material placed in the urethra is taken out following a procedure or for management of urethral bleeding or packing-related complications. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 2Y55 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Urethra Removal Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve removal of packing material from the urethra and target the anatomical orifice body system of the urethra. These are placement-section procedures coded in the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System and reflect the specific removal action performed. Accurate coding ensures inpatient records reflect the procedure performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
Y	Body System	Anatomical Orifices
5	Operation	Removal
5	Body Part	Urethra

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Urethra Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
2	Section	Placement
Y	Body System	Anatomical Orifices
5	Operation	Removal
5	Body Part	Urethra

When to Use

Use a code from this group when packing material previously placed in the urethra is intentionally removed. This includes removal after hemostasis, postprocedural management, or when packing becomes dislodged or infected.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2Y55X5Z	Removal of Urethra Packing Material

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult male presents to the emergency department with profuse urethral bleeding after traumatic insertion of a urinary catheter. Urethral packing material that had been placed to tamponade bleeding is removed in the inpatient setting once hemostasis is achieved and the patient is stabilized. The procedure documents removal of packing from the urethra. Typical codes: 2Y55X5Z
A middle-aged female admitted electively after outpatient endoscopic repair of a urethral lesion had temporary packing placed to control oozing. On the inpatient unit the next day, once bleeding has subsided and the surgical team approves, the packing material is removed from the urethra under direct visualization. Typical codes: 2Y55X5Z
An elderly patient develops infection and pain around previously placed urethral packing used for controlling postoperative bleeding. The patient is admitted for management of the infected packing; the packing material is removed from the urethra and the site is irrigated and monitored for ongoing infection. Typical codes: 2Y55X5Z

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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

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
2Y55X5Z	Removal of Urethra Packing Material

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult male presents to the emergency department with profuse urethral bleeding after traumatic insertion of a urinary catheter. Urethral packing material that had been placed to tamponade bleeding is removed in the inpatient setting once hemostasis is achieved and the patient is stabilized. The procedure documents removal of packing from the urethra. Typical codes: 2Y55X5Z
A middle-aged female admitted electively after outpatient endoscopic repair of a urethral lesion had temporary packing placed to control oozing. On the inpatient unit the next day, once bleeding has subsided and the surgical team approves, the packing material is removed from the urethra under direct visualization. Typical codes: 2Y55X5Z
An elderly patient develops infection and pain around previously placed urethral packing used for controlling postoperative bleeding. The patient is admitted for management of the infected packing; the packing material is removed from the urethra and the site is irrigated and monitored for ongoing infection. Typical codes: 2Y55X5Z

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2Y50-MOUTH-AND-PHARYNX-REMOVAL

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2Y51-NASAL-REMOVAL

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2Y52-EAR-REMOVAL

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2Y53-ANORECTAL-REMOVAL

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2Y54-FEMALE-GENITAL-TRACT-REMOVAL

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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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Urethra Removal Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Urethra Removal 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 2Y55?

What is the full code and title for removal of urethra packing material?

Which ICD-10-PCS section and body system apply to these procedures?

How does accurate coding within the 2Y55 group affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

Are there related DRGs listed for `2Y55X5Z`?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group 2Y55?

What is the full code and title for removal of urethra packing material?

Which ICD-10-PCS section and body system apply to these procedures?

How does accurate coding within the 2Y55 group affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

Are there related DRGs listed for `2Y55X5Z`?

References