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M50.022

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Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with myelopathy

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

What This Code Means

A herniated or damaged disc between the 5th and 6th neck vertebrae that is pressing on the spinal cord, causing weakness, numbness, or difficulty with coordination.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure documentation specifies the C5-C6 level and confirms myelopathy is present
  • •This is one of the most common levels for cervical myelopathy; verify imaging findings support this level

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