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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Low Back Pain Unspecified

ICD-10 Coding for Low Back Pain Unspecified

M54.50

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for low back pain unspecified includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Lumbago
Backache
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Low Back Pain Unspecified

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Low Back Pain Unspecified

Use ICD-10 code M54.50 for low back pain, unspecified, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Low back pain, unspecified

Billable Code
M54.50
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • No specific etiology identified for low back pain.
coding:
  • • No mention of sciatica or disc issues.

Applicable To

  • • Non-specific low back pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation supports the absence of specific causes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.21

Chronic pain

Use with M54.50 if pain duration exceeds 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for low back pain unspecified?

The ICD-10 code for low back pain unspecified is M54.50. It is used when the cause of the pain is not specified or identified.

When should M54.50 be used?

Use M54.50 when documenting low back pain without a specific cause or radiation. Ensure no specific etiology is identified.

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