Subluxation complex (vertebral) of abdomen and other regions

This code signifies a subluxation complex affecting the abdominal region or other areas not specifically classified elsewhere. It describes a functional biomechanical lesion involving vertebral segments, often characterized by altered joint motion, muscle spasm, and localized pain, without frank dislocation.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a vertebral subluxation complex in areas such as the abdomen, ribs (costovertebral/costotransverse), or pelvis (sacroiliac), and no more specific anatomical site code is available. This is commonly seen in chiropractic or osteopathic manipulative treatment encounters. Documentation should specify the region and the presence of a subluxation complex.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "subluxation complex" and the affected region is clearly identified as abdominal or "other regions."
• Avoid using this code if a more specific anatomical site for vertebral subluxation (e.g., cervical, thoracic, lumbar) is documented.
• This code is often a primary diagnosis for chiropractic manipulative treatment (CMT) services.