M14.68
BillableCharcôt's joint, vertebrae
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A progressive joint disease affecting the spine and vertebrae, typically caused by nerve damage from conditions like diabetes or syphilis, resulting in spinal joint deterioration and instability.
Coding Tips
- •Verify the underlying cause (diabetes, syphilis, etc.) and code it separately as the etiology
- •Document the specific vertebral level affected if possible for more precise coding
Code Hierarchy
└M14Arthropathies in other diseases classified elsewhere└M14.6Charcôt's joint└M14.68Charcôt's joint, vertebrae
└M14.68Charcôt's joint, vertebrae