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M53.3

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Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

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

What This Code Means

Various disorders affecting the sacrococcygeal region (lower spine and tailbone area) that don't fit into other specific categories, such as pain, dysfunction, or structural issues.

Coding Tips

  • •This is a catch-all code for sacrococcygeal problems; document specific symptoms or findings when possible
  • •Differentiate from M53.2X8 (spinal instabilities) and sacroiliac joint disorders

Code Hierarchy

└M53Other and unspecified dorsopathies, not elsewhere classified└M53.3Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
└M53.3Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

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