Nonallopathic lesions, cervical region

This code signifies a somatic dysfunction or segmental dysfunction affecting the cervical spine. It indicates impaired or altered function of related components of the somatic system, including skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures, as well as related vascular, lymphatic, and neural elements in the neck.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states a "nonallopathic lesion" or "somatic dysfunction" of the cervical region, often identified during an osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) encounter. It is appropriate for conditions such as cervical segmental dysfunction, atlanto-occipital somatic dysfunction, or other similar findings amenable to manipulative therapy.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "cervical region" to differentiate from other spinal areas.
• This code is typically used in conjunction with OMT procedure codes (e.g., 98925-98929).
• Avoid using this code for conditions that are primarily neurological, traumatic, or inflammatory, unless somatic dysfunction is also explicitly documented.