For the lower back, here are the new codes added (not replacing) to specifically identify annulus fibrosus defect (disc) of the lumbar and lumbosacral spines.
Are you ready for the new ICD-10 updates effective October 1, 2022?
For the lower back, here are the new codes added (not replacing) to specifically identify annulus fibrosus defect (disc) of the lumbar and lumbosacral spines.
M51 Intervertebral annulus fibrosus defect
.A0: lumbar region, unspecified size
.A1: small, lumbar region
.A2: large, lumbar region
.A3: lumbosacral region, unspecified size
.A4: small, lumbosacral region
.A5 large, lumbosacral region
Remember, for any dates of service on or after October 1, 2022 the new codes must be used and HJ Ross Company has a list of the complete code updates.
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