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M40.04

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Postural kyphosis, thoracic region

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Excessive forward curvature of the upper and mid-back spine resulting from poor posture over time.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure documentation confirms postural etiology rather than degenerative or traumatic causes
  • •This is the most common site for postural kyphosis; verify thoracic region is specifically documented

Code Hierarchy

└M40Kyphosis and lordosis└M40.0Postural kyphosis└M40.04Postural kyphosis, thoracic region
└M40.04Postural kyphosis, thoracic region

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