UNSPSC 85723460: Removal of drainage device from right hip joint, open approach

This classification denotes the group of activities that yields a surgical intervention or procedure to removal of drainage device from right hip joint, 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 0SP900Z

UNSPSC 85723460, Removal of drainage device from right hip joint, open approach, is a Commodity code that does not map to state and local government procurement activity based on the recent opportunities posted under this classification. The code nominally describes a surgical procedure code — a clinical intervention within orthopedic or general surgery — but the six opportunities listed under it span occupational medical surveillance, pharmacy benefit management, temporary health professional staffing, independent medical evaluations for disability determinations, surgical care networks, and emergency medical services for detained youth. None of these solicitations involve the removal of drainage devices or open joint procedures; the code assignment appears to reflect a data-classification error rather than a genuine procurement category for state and local buyers.

The mismatch between the code name and actual buying activity suggests this Commodity code does not reflect a meaningful procurement vehicle for firms seeking contracts with state and local governments. Entities reviewing this code should verify the correct UNSPSC classification for their service offerings before pursuing opportunities. Buyers using this code inadvertently should flag the misalignment to their procurement offices.