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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Spine Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Spine Pain

M54.6

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

Also Known as:
Mid-back Pain
Upper Back Pain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Spine Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Spine Pain

Use ICD-10 code M54.6 for pain in thoracic spine, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in thoracic spine

Billable Code
M54.6
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Patient reports localized pain in the thoracic region with no disc disorder.
documentation:
  • • Imaging studies do not show disc herniation or other specific pathologies.

Applicable To

  • • Thoracic spine pain
  • • Mid-back pain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies thoracic spine involvement and excludes other potential causes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.21

Chronic pain syndrome

Use for chronic pain management scenarios.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for thoracic spine pain?

The ICD-10 code for thoracic spine pain is M54.6. It is used for non-specific pain in the thoracic region of the spine.

How is thoracic spine pain documented?

Document thoracic spine pain by specifying the exact location, duration, characteristics, and excluding other causes through imaging or clinical assessment.

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