Collapsed vert, NEC, cerv region, subs for fx w delay heal

Collapsed vertebra, not elsewhere classified, cervical region, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies a vertebral body collapse in the cervical spine that is not due to trauma or osteoporosis, and is currently experiencing delayed healing of the fracture. It indicates a follow-up encounter for a fracture that has not healed in the expected timeframe.

When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting for ongoing management of a non-traumatic, non-osteoporotic collapsed cervical vertebra where the fracture healing process is prolonged. Documentation should clearly state "delayed healing" and specify the cervical region.

Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" and specifies the cervical region.
Differentiate from acute fractures (S12.-) or pathological fractures due to osteoporosis (M80.-).
This code requires a seventh character to indicate the encounter type; "G" denotes subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing.

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Crosswalks

V54.27ApproxICD-9

Same Category

M48Other spondylopathies M48.0Spinal stenosis M48.00Spinal stenosis, site unspecified M48.01Spinal stenosis, occipito-atlanto-axial region M48.02