Oth spondylopathies, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

This code signifies various non-inflammatory, non-infectious disorders affecting the vertebrae, intervertebral discs, and associated soft tissues specifically within the sacral and sacrococcygeal regions, that are not classified elsewhere. It encompasses a range of structural or degenerative conditions impacting the lower spine and tailbone area.

Use this code for documented spondylopathies of the sacral or sacrococcygeal region that do not have a more specific ICD-10-CM code. This includes conditions like sacral spondylosis, sacrococcygeal instability, or other specified degenerative changes in this area. Documentation should clearly state the specific sacral or sacrococcygeal involvement and rule out more precise diagnoses.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "sacral" or "sacrococcygeal" region; otherwise, a more general spinal region code may be appropriate.
• Always review for more specific codes within the M48 category (e.g., M48.0- for spinal stenosis, M48.1- for ankylosing spondylitis) before assigning this "other specified" code.
• Do not use this code for conditions primarily affecting the lumbar spine, even if symptoms radiate to the sacrum.