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M99.13

Billable

Subluxation complex (vertebral) of lumbar region

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

What This Code Means

A partial dislocation of the lumbar (lower back) vertebrae that commonly causes lower back pain and may affect leg function.

Coding Tips

  • •Identify the specific lumbar level (L1-L5) if documented in the clinical record
  • •Note any associated radiculopathy or sciatica symptoms

Code Hierarchy

└M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified└M99.1Subluxation complex (vertebral)└M99.13Subluxation complex (vertebral) of lumbar region
└M99.13Subluxation complex (vertebral) of lumbar region

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