ICD Code M43.1

ICD code M43.1 is spondylolisthesis, a condition where one vertebra slips forward over the one below it in the spine.

1. Presence of abnormal curvature of the spine in the sagittal plane

2. Forward flexion of the thoracic or thoracolumbar spine

3. Observable rounding or hunching of the upper back

4. Chronic or persistent back pain associated with the curvature

5. Radiographic evidence confirming excessive kyphosis

6. Absence of vertebral fractures or congenital spinal deformities as the primary cause

7. Symptoms not attributable to neuromuscular or metabolic disorders

8. Reduced spinal mobility or flexibility

9. Postural changes, such as stooped posture or difficulty standing upright

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code M43.1 include:

- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy, and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2

- 22554: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); cervical below C2

- 22600: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single level; cervical below C2

- 63075: Discectomy, anterior, with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s), including osteophytectomy; cervical, single interspace

- 63045: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s]), single vertebral segment; cervical

- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments

- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation; 3 to 6 vertebral segments

CPT code selection should be based on the specific procedure performed and clinical documentation.

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