Neuromuscular scoliosis, cervical region

This code identifies a spinal curvature in the cervical region (neck) that is secondary to a neuromuscular condition. This type of scoliosis is often progressive and results from muscle weakness, imbalance, or spasticity caused by underlying neurological disorders.

Apply this code when documentation specifies scoliosis of the cervical spine directly attributed to a neuromuscular disease, such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or spinal muscular atrophy. The physician's notes should clearly link the scoliosis to the neurological etiology and specify the cervical location.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "neuromuscular scoliosis" and specifies the "cervical region."
• Always code the underlying neuromuscular condition first, as it is the primary etiology for the scoliosis.
• Do not use this code for idiopathic scoliosis or scoliosis due to congenital anomalies; those have different code categories.