Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for degenerative disc disease (lumbar) includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Degenerative Disc Disease (Lumbar)
Use ICD-10 code M51.36 for other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Low back pain, unspecified
Use when the etiology of back pain is unclear.
Chronic low back pain
Use for chronic pain associated with lumbar DDD.
The ICD-10 code for degenerative disc disease in the lumbar region is M51.36. For lumbosacral involvement, use M51.37.
Code M51.36 or M51.37 for the anatomical location and add a pain code like M54.59 for chronic low back pain.