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M40.05

Billable

Postural kyphosis, thoracolumbar 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 spine at the junction between the mid-back and lower back caused by poor posture.

Coding Tips

  • •Confirm the thoracolumbar region (T12-L1 junction) is specifically documented in the clinical note
  • •Distinguish from postural kyphosis in other regions by verifying anatomical location

Code Hierarchy

└M40Kyphosis and lordosis└M40.0Postural kyphosis└M40.05Postural kyphosis, thoracolumbar region
└M40.05Postural kyphosis, thoracolumbar region

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