UNSPSC 85561803: Release left auditory ossicle, open approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to release left auditory ossicle, open approach. This surgical intervention or procedure is listed in the World Health Organization's International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems or ICD-10 as code 09NA0ZZ

UNSPSC 85561803 Release left auditory ossicle, open approach is a Commodity code that shows no meaningful alignment with recent state and local procurement activity. The code nominally describes a surgical procedure involving the manipulation or removal of the incus (hammer bone) in the middle ear using direct surgical access; however, the recent opportunities posted under this code involve inmate medical and pharmacy services, pharmacy benefit management, virtual primary and urgent care services, peer support for peer workers, and fire department medical director services—none of which involve otologic surgery or auditory ossicle procedures.

The mismatch suggests either a tagging error in the state and local procurement systems or that the code is used in a way that diverges significantly from its UNSPSC definition. No opportunities directly soliciting otologic surgical services, equipment, or supplies appear in the recent record. The code shows little relevant procurement activity and does not appear to be an active category for state and local buying.