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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Degeneration of Cervical Intervertebral Disc

ICD-10 Coding for Degeneration of Cervical Intervertebral Disc

M50.30
M50.31
M50.32

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

Also Known as:
Cervical Disc Degeneration
Cervical DDD
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Degeneration of Cervical Intervertebral Disc

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Degeneration of Cervical Intervertebral Disc

Use ICD-10 code M50.30 for cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

Billable Code
M50.30
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging shows degenerative changes without specific level identification

Applicable To

  • • Degenerative changes in cervical spine without specific level identification

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging supports the diagnosis of degeneration.

Cervical disc degeneration, high cervical region (C1-C3)

Billable Code
M50.31
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Disc space narrowing at C2-C3 with osteophyte formation

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging supports the diagnosis of degeneration at C1-C3.

Cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region (C4-C7)

Non-Billable
M50.32
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • MRI confirms disc desiccation at C5-C6 with Modic changes

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging supports the diagnosis of degeneration at C4-C7.

Cervical disc degeneration, cervicothoracic region

Billable Code
M50.33
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Degeneration spanning C7-T1 with loss of disc height

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging supports the diagnosis of degeneration at C7-T1.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.2

Cervicalgia

Use if axial neck pain is the primary complaint.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for cervical disc degeneration is M50.3-, with specific codes for different cervical regions.

How is cervical disc degeneration documented?

Cervical disc degeneration should be documented with specific imaging findings and affected cervical levels.

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