M99.67
BillableOsseous and subluxation stenosis of intervertebral foramina of upper extremity
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Narrowing of the nerve passages in the spine due to bone overgrowth or misalignment affecting the upper extremity, potentially causing arm or hand pain or weakness.
Coding Tips
- •Typically involves cervical spine; document the specific cervical level affected
- •Note whether symptoms include radiculopathy or myelopathy affecting the upper extremity
Code Hierarchy
└M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified└M99.6Osseous and subluxation stenosis of intervertebral foramina└M99.67Osseous and subluxation stenosis of intervertebral foramina of upper extremity
└M99.67Osseous and subluxation stenosis of intervertebral foramina of upper extremity