Medical and surgical equipment and orthopaedic appliances
CPC v2.1 Code: 481
About medical and surgical equipment and orthopaedic appliances
cpc code 481 covers the production of medical and surgical equipment, as well as orthopaedic appliances. This industry plays a vital role in the healthcare sector, providing essential tools and devices that support medical professionals in delivering quality care to patients. The products manufactured under this code are crucial for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of various medical conditions, contributing significantly to the overall well-being of individuals and the broader economy.
Production process
The production of medical and surgical equipment, as well as orthopaedic appliances, involves a range of specialized techniques. This includes precision engineering, advanced materials processing, and strict quality control measures to ensure the safety and efficacy of the final products. Manufacturers in this industry often utilize computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technologies to streamline the production process and maintain high levels of accuracy and consistency.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of medical and surgical equipment and orthopaedic appliances include a variety of raw materials, such as metals, plastics, and specialized composites. Additionally, this industry relies on advanced machinery and equipment, including 3D printers, precision cutting tools, and specialized testing and calibration devices. Skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and quality control personnel, is also a critical input for this industry.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of cpc code 481 are a wide range of medical and surgical equipment, such as 481 Medical and surgical equipment and orthopaedic appliances, as well as orthopaedic appliances, including prosthetic limbs and braces. These products are consumed by various healthcare providers, including hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers, as well as individual patients. Additionally, the outputs of this industry may be used as inputs for other related codes, such as 482 Instruments and appliances for measuring, checking, testing, navigating and other purposes, which covers the production of medical diagnostic equipment.
Family tree for medical and surgical equipment and orthopaedic appliances
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A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/48'>48: Medical appliances, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/481'>481: Medical and surgical equipment and orthopaedic appliances</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/482'>482: Instruments and appliances for measuring, checking, testing, navigating and other purposes, except optical instruments; industrial process control equipment; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/483'>483: Optical instruments and photographic equipment, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/484'>484: Watches and clocks, and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4811'>4811: Apparatus based on the use of X-rays or of alpha, beta or gamma radiations</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4812'>4812: Electro-diagnostic apparatus, and ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus, used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4813'>4813: Other instruments and appliances (except syringes, needles and the like), used in dental sciences</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4814'>4814: Medical, surgical or laboratory sterilizers</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4815'>4815: Other instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical or veterinary sciences (including syringes, needles, catheters, cannulae, ophthalmic instruments and appliances n.e.c. and electro-medical apparatus n.e.c.)</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4816'>4816: Mechano-therapy appliances; massage apparatus; psychological aptitude-testing apparatus; ozone therapy, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, artificial respiration or other therapeutic respiration apparatus; other breathing appliances and gas masks (excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters)</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4817'>4817: Orthopaedic appliances; splints and other fracture appliances; artificial parts of the body; hearing aids and other appliances which are worn or carried, or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability</a>"]
C --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4818'>4818: Medical, surgical, dental or veterinary furniture; barbers' chairs and similar chairs, having rotating as well as both reclining and elevating movements</a>"]
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