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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Osteoarthritis of the Spine

ICD-10 Coding for Osteoarthritis of the Spine

M47.16
M47.26
M47.817

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for osteoarthritis of the spine includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Spinal Osteoarthritis
Degenerative Joint Disease of the Spine
Spondylosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Osteoarthritis of the Spine

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Osteoarthritis of the Spine

Use ICD-10 code M47.16 for lumbar spondylosis with myelopathy, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Lumbar spondylosis with myelopathy

Billable Code
M47.16
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of myelopathy symptoms and imaging confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Lumbar spondylosis with spinal cord compression

Important Notes

  • • Ensure myelopathy is clearly documented with imaging support.

Lumbar spondylosis with radiculopathy

Billable Code
M47.26
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when lumbar spondylosis is present with radiculopathy confirmed by EMG or imaging.

Applicable To

  • • Lumbar spondylosis with nerve root compression

Important Notes

  • • Document radiculopathy with specific nerve root involvement.

Lumbosacral spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy

Billable Code
M47.817
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when spondylosis is present without neurological complications.

Applicable To

  • • Degenerative joint disease of the lumbosacral spine

Important Notes

  • • Ensure absence of myelopathy or radiculopathy is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M54.5

Low back pain

Use if low back pain is a significant symptom.

M54.16

Radiculopathy, lumbar region

Use to specify the region of radiculopathy.

M51.36

Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

Use if disc degeneration is also present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for osteoarthritis of the spine?

The ICD-10 code for osteoarthritis of the spine is primarily categorized under M47, with specific codes like M47.16 for lumbar spondylosis with myelopathy.

How is lumbar spondylosis with radiculopathy coded?

Lumbar spondylosis with radiculopathy is coded as M47.26, requiring documentation of radiculopathy symptoms and imaging confirmation.

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