UNSPSC 85692972: Removal of internal fixation device from right ulna, external approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to removal of internal fixation device from right ulna, external 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 0PPKX4Z

UNSPSC 85692972 Removal of internal fixation device from right ulna, external approach is a Commodity code designated for a highly specific surgical procedure. State and local procurement activity under this code shows little relevant recent solicitation — the recent opportunities posted do not match the code's surgical-procedure scope. The opportunities instead cover inmate medical and pharmacy services, pharmacy benefit management, virtual primary and urgent care, peer support mental health services, and fire department medical direction. None of these procurements involve orthopedic surgical removal of fixation devices or related implant management.

The code appears misaligned with the state and local market activity it nominally describes, and no state or local jurisdiction has posted a recent RFP, RFQ, IFB, or ITB specifically soliciting removal of internal fixation devices as a standalone service or supply line.