M50.023
BillableCervical disc disorder at C6-C7 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 6th and 7th neck vertebrae that is pressing on the spinal cord, causing weakness, numbness, or difficulty with coordination.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm documentation includes both the C6-C7 level specification and myelopathy diagnosis
- •This level is at the lower cervical spine and may present with lower arm and hand symptoms
Code Hierarchy
└M50Cervical disc disorders└M50.0Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy└M50.02Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, mid-cervical region└M50.023Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with myelopathy
└M50.023Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with myelopathy