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M40.294

Billable

Other kyphosis, thoracic region

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

What This Code Means

An abnormal forward curvature of the upper back caused by a condition other than postural issues or disease-specific causes.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify the thoracic region is documented and distinguish from postural kyphosis (M40.00)
  • •Review clinical notes for the specific etiology contributing to the kyphosis

Code Hierarchy

└M40Kyphosis and lordosis└M40.2Other and unspecified kyphosis└M40.29Other kyphosis└M40.294Other kyphosis, thoracic region
└M40.294Other kyphosis, thoracic region

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