Acquired deformity of neck

This code represents a non-congenital structural abnormality or malformation of the cervical spine or surrounding soft tissues. It encompasses conditions that develop after birth, leading to an atypical shape, alignment, or function of the neck.

Use this code for patients presenting with a documented acquired neck deformity, such as torticollis not present at birth, kyphosis or lordosis of the cervical spine due to trauma or degenerative changes, or other structural changes resulting from disease or injury. Documentation should clearly specify the acquired nature of the deformity.

• Differentiate carefully from congenital neck deformities (e.g., congenital torticollis).
• Always code the underlying cause of the acquired deformity first, if known and applicable (e.g., trauma, degenerative disc disease).
• Ensure documentation specifies "acquired" to avoid confusion with congenital conditions.