M47.893
BillableOther spondylosis, cervicothoracic region
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Degenerative spine disease affecting the area where the neck and upper back meet, with additional clinical features.
Coding Tips
- •The cervicothoracic region is the transition zone between cervical and thoracic spine; ensure documentation clearly indicates this location
- •This code is less commonly used than cervical or thoracic alone; verify the pathology spans both regions
Code Hierarchy
└M47Spondylosis└M47.8Other spondylosis└M47.89Other spondylosis└M47.893Other spondylosis, cervicothoracic region
└M47.893Other spondylosis, cervicothoracic region