Conn tiss and disc stenos of intvrt foramin of thor region

Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of thoracic region

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a narrowing of the openings (intervertebral foramina) between the vertebrae in the thoracic spine, caused by issues with the surrounding connective tissue or intervertebral discs. This narrowing can compress spinal nerves exiting the foramina, leading to radicular symptoms.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states stenosis of the intervertebral foramina in the thoracic region due to connective tissue or disc pathology. This is typically diagnosed via imaging studies (MRI, CT) showing nerve root compression in the thoracic spine.

💡Coding Tips

Differentiate from central canal stenosis (M99.5-) or bony stenosis (M99.6-).
Ensure the documentation specifies the thoracic region; do not use for cervical or lumbar stenosis.
Code any associated radiculopathy or myelopathy separately, if documented.

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Code Hierarchy

▲M99.7Connective tiss and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina

M99.72(current)

Crosswalks

724.01ApproxICD-9

Same Category

M99Biomechanical lesions, not elsewhere classified M99.0Segmental and somatic dysfunction M99.00Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region M99.01Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region M99.02Segmental and somatic dysfunction of thoracic region