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M47.12

Billable

Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region

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

What This Code Means

Spinal cord compression and damage from degenerative spine disease in the neck region, causing weakness, numbness, or loss of function in the arms or legs.

Coding Tips

  • •Cervical region includes C3-C7 vertebrae; ensure documentation specifies cervical rather than occipito-atlanto-axial
  • •Document functional impact and any associated radiculopathy or other neurological symptoms

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