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M99.18

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Subluxation complex (vertebral) of rib cage

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

What This Code Means

A partial dislocation of vertebrae in the chest and rib cage area that narrows the nerve canal, potentially causing chest pain or breathing-related symptoms.

Coding Tips

  • •Verify the subluxation is in the thoracic spine region affecting the rib cage area
  • •Document any associated respiratory symptoms or chest wall pain for complete clinical picture

Code Hierarchy

└M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified└M99.1Subluxation complex (vertebral)└M99.18Subluxation complex (vertebral) of rib cage
└M99.18Subluxation complex (vertebral) of rib cage

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