M99.58
BillableIntervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal of rib cage
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Narrowing of the spinal canal caused by a bulging disc in the mid-back area affecting the rib cage region.
Coding Tips
- •Confirm thoracic spine location and rib cage involvement in documentation
- •This is less common than cervical or lumbar stenosis; verify diagnosis carefully
Code Hierarchy
└M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified└M99.5Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal└M99.58Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal of rib cage
└M99.58Intervertebral disc stenosis of neural canal of rib cage