M99.79
BillableConnective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of abdomen and other regions
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 connective tissue and disc problems in the abdominal area or other body regions not specified elsewhere.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code as a catch-all for abdominal or unspecified regional stenosis when other M99.7x codes don't apply
- •Document the specific anatomical region in the medical record for clarity and future reference
Code Hierarchy
└M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified└M99.7Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina└M99.79Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of abdomen and other regions
└M99.79Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of abdomen and other regions