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M99.53

Billable

Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal of lumbar region

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

What This Code Means

Narrowing of the nerve channel in the lower back caused by a bulging or degenerating lumbar disc, which commonly causes lower back pain, leg pain, or sciatica.

Coding Tips

  • •This is the most frequently coded stenosis location; ensure lumbar region is clearly documented
  • •Consider adding codes for lumbar radiculopathy or sciatica if symptoms are present

Code Hierarchy

└M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified└M99.5Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal└M99.53Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal of lumbar region
└M99.53Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal of lumbar region

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