ICD Code M41-

ICD code M41- is scoliosis, which refers to a sideways curvature of the spine.

1. Presence of a lateral curvature of the spine measuring at least 10 degrees, as confirmed by radiographic imaging

2. Evidence of vertebral rotation or structural deformity associated with the curvature

3. Onset of spinal curvature during childhood, adolescence, or early adulthood

4. Absence of underlying congenital vertebral anomalies or neuromuscular disorders as the primary cause

5. Clinical symptoms may include uneven shoulders, prominent scapula, asymmetrical waistline, or rib hump on forward bending

6. Progression of spinal curvature over time, particularly during periods of rapid growth

7. No history of trauma or infection directly causing the spinal deformity

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code M41- include:

- 72010 (Radiologic examination, spine, entire, survey study, anteroposterior and lateral)

- 72020 (Radiologic examination, spine, single view, specify level)

- 72040 (Radiologic examination, spine, cervical; 2 or 3 views)

- 72050 (Radiologic examination, spine, thoracic; 2 views)

- 72052 (Radiologic examination, spine, thoracic; minimum of 4 views)

- 72070 (Radiologic examination, spine, lumbosacral; 2 views)

- 72080 (Radiologic examination, spine, lumbosacral; minimum of 6 views)

- 22551 (Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, cervical below C2)

- 22554 (Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, cervical below C2)

- 22800 (Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, up to 6 vertebral segments)

- 22802 (Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, 7 to 12 vertebral segments)

- 22804 (Arthrodesis, posterior, for spinal deformity, 13 or more vertebral segments)

- 22818 (Anterior instrumentation, 2 to 3 vertebral segments)

- 22819 (Anterior instrumentation, 4 to 7 vertebral segments)

- 22842 (Posterior segmental instrumentation, 3 to 6 vertebral segments)

- 22843 (Posterior segmental instrumentation, 7 to 12 vertebral segments)

- 22844 (Posterior segmental instrumentation, 13 or more vertebral segments)

- 22845 (Posterior non-segmental instrumentation, 2 to 3 vertebral segments)

- 22846 (Posterior non-segmental instrumentation, 4 to 7 vertebral segments)

- 22847 (Posterior non-segmental instrumentation, 8 or more vertebral segments)

- 22853 (Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s))

- 22854 (Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s), cervical)

- 22857 (Insertion of intervertebral biomechanical device(s), lumbar)

- 20930 (Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only)

- 20931 (Allograft, structural, for spine surgery only)

- 20660 (Application of cranial tongs or stereotactic headframe for halo traction)

- 20661 (Application of cranial tongs for halo traction, including removal)

These CPT codes are commonly associated with the treatment of ICD code M41-. Always verify code selection based on specific clinical documentation and payer guidelines.

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