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M53.2X5

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Spinal instabilities, thoracolumbar region

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

What This Code Means

Abnormal movement or weakness at the junction between the mid-back and lower back spine, causing instability and potential pain or functional limitations.

Coding Tips

  • •Thoracolumbar region is the transition zone; confirm documentation specifies this area rather than isolated thoracic or lumbar
  • •Document any associated symptoms like radiculopathy or myelopathy for complete coding

Code Hierarchy

└M53Other and unspecified dorsopathies, not elsewhere classified└M53.2Spinal instabilities└M53.2XSpinal instabilities└M53.2X5Spinal instabilities, thoracolumbar region
└M53.2X5Spinal instabilities, thoracolumbar region

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