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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Disc Bulge

ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Disc Bulge

M50.20
M50.12

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for cervical disc bulge includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Cervical Disc Protrusion
Cervical Disc Displacement
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Disc Bulge

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Disc Bulge

Use ICD-10 code M50.20 for other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region

Billable Code
M50.20
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI confirms disc bulge without nerve compression.

Applicable To

  • • Cervical disc bulge without myelopathy or radiculopathy

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the absence of neurological involvement.

Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, mid-cervical region

Non-Billable
M50.12
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • MRI showing disc bulge with nerve root compression
  • • EMG confirming radiculopathy

Applicable To

  • • Cervical disc bulge with radiculopathy

Important Notes

  • • Documentation must link symptoms to imaging findings.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for cervical disc bulge?

The ICD-10 code for a cervical disc bulge without neurological involvement is M50.20. If radiculopathy is present, use M50.12.

How is cervical disc bulge documented?

Documentation should include the specific cervical level, presence of neurological symptoms, and imaging findings such as MRI results.

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