Collapsed vert, NEC, cervicothor rgn, 7thD

Collapsed vertebra, not elsewhere classified, cervicothoracic region, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies a vertebral collapse in the cervicothoracic spine (C7-T1 region) that is not due to trauma, osteoporosis, or other specified causes. It indicates that the patient is in the healing phase of the fracture, and the healing process is progressing normally.

When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being monitored for a collapsed vertebra in the cervicothoracic region, and the fracture is healing routinely. Documentation should clearly state "collapsed vertebra," specify the cervicothoracic region, confirm "routine healing," and indicate that this is a subsequent encounter.

Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies the cervicothoracic region (C7-T1).
Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care and that healing is routine.
Distinguish from M48.4- (fatigue fracture of vertebra) or M80.- (osteoporosis with current pathological fracture) if the cause is known.

AI-generated reference. Verify against official guidelines.

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