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M43.17

Billable

Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region

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

What This Code Means

A condition where a vertebra at the junction between the lower back and sacrum slips forward, often causing lower back and buttock pain.

Coding Tips

  • •The lumbosacral region is a common site for spondylolisthesis; document whether this is degenerative or isthmic type if specified
  • •Assess for associated sacroiliac joint involvement which may require additional coding

Code Hierarchy

└M43Other deforming dorsopathies└M43.1Spondylolisthesis└M43.17Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
└M43.17Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region

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