icd 10 code for coccyxdynia

by Maritza Larkin PhD 8 min read

Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
M53. 3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM M53. 3 became effective on October 1, 2021.

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What is the correct ICD-10-CM code to report the External Cause? Your Answer: V80.010S The External cause code is used for each encounter for which the injury or condition is being treated.

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What is the ICD-10-CM code for coccyx pain?

M53. 3 - Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified. ICD-10-CM.

What is a diagnosis M53 3?

3: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified.

What is the ICD-10 diagnosis code for tailbone injury?

S32. 2XXA - Fracture of coccyx [initial encounter for closed fracture] | ICD-10-CM.

What are sacrococcygeal disorders?

Sacrococcygeal teratomas are rare tumors that develop at the base of the spine by the tailbone (coccyx) known as the sacrococcygeal region. Although most of these tumors are non-cancerous (benign), they may grow quite large and once diagnosed, always require surgical removal.

What does diagnosis code M54 9 mean?

9: Dorsalgia, unspecified.

What is sacrococcygeal pain?

Pain relating to the coccyx and sacrococcygeal joint is known as coccydynia (pronounced cox-y-dynia). A sudden onset of coccygeal pain is usually associated with trauma, externally such as from a fall backwards onto the bone, or internally such as in childbirth.

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How do I know if I've damaged my coccyx?

Tailbone Injury SymptomsSevere localized pain and tenderness may be felt in the tailbone area.If the injury is traumatic, a bruise may be visible in this area.The pain is generally worse when sitting for prolonged periods of time, or with direct pressure to the tailbone area.More items...•

Is Coccydynia permanent?

Coccydynia is often reported following a fall or after childbirth. In some cases, persistent pressure from activities like bicycling may cause the onset of coccyx pain. Coccydynia due to these causes usually is not permanent, but it may become very persistent and chronic if not controlled.

What is the joint between sacrum and coccyx?

The sacrococcygeal joint is an amphiarthrodial joint, formed between the oval surface at the apex of the sacrum, and the base of the coccyx. It is homologous with the joints between the bodies of the vertebræ, and is connected by similar ligaments: The Anterior sacrococcygeal ligament.

Where is the sacrococcygeal region?

The sacrococcygeal region, also referred as "presacral region" or "retrorectal space," is an anatomic zone occupied by connective tissue, blood, nerves and lymphatic vessels. This space is defined anteriorly by the fascia propria of the rectum and posteriorly by the presacral fascia overlying the sacrum and coccyx.

Is sacrococcygeal the same as sacroiliac?

The sacrococcygeal joint is a fusion of the bone between the sacrum and coccyx. It also consists of an intervertebral disc between the two vertebrae and several accessory ligaments. The sacroiliac joint is a synovial articulation between the surfaces of the ilium and sacrum on either side.