icd 10 code for tailbone pain

by Ms. Nakia Kessler IV 6 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.

What are some reasons for tailbone pain?

Why does my tailbone hurt?

  • Overview. The tailbone, or coccyx, is located at the lowest part of the spine. ...
  • Causes of tailbone pain. A wide range of health issues, ranging from minor to serious, can cause tailbone pain. ...
  • Management of tailbone pain. Some strategies can help with tailbone pain. ...
  • When to see a doctor. Tailbone pain is almost never an emergency.
  • Diagnosis. ...
  • Treatment. ...

What does pain in the tailbone indicate?

Tailbone pain (coccydynia) can make everyday tasks uncomfortable at best, and unbearable at worst. The coccyx, a small triangular bone at the bottom of the spinal column, can get bruised and even fractured. Sitting increases pain while walking relieves it. Using at-home remedies and changing behaviors such as sitting too long make the biggest ...

Can my tailbone pain be cured?

Tailbone pain can usually be treated at home. Medication may also help. Some causes of pain can be treated with physical therapy. Rarely, you may need surgery.

Why do I have tailbone pain?

Why Do I Have Tailbone Pain?

  • Poor Posture. We have all been told to sit up straight and have heard the concerns about hunching over our computers for long hours, but did you realize poor posture ...
  • Sitting. ...
  • Falling. ...
  • Repetitive Strain. ...
  • Childbirth. ...
  • Weight Loss. ...

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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.

What is DX code M53 3?

ICD-10 Code for Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified- M53. 3- Codify by AAPC.

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 is the ICD-10 code for buttock pain?

Although there isn't a specific ICD-10-CM code for pain in the buttock, you can use M79. 1 Myalgia. In the clinical description for M79.

What is the diagnosis code for low back pain?

Code M54. 5 is the diagnosis code used for Low Back Pain (LBP). This is sometimes referred to as lumbago.

What is the ICD-10 code for back pain?

ICD-10 code M54. 5, low back pain, effective October 1, 2021. That means providers cannot use M54. 5 to specify a diagnosis on or after October 1—and existing patients with the M54. 5 diagnosis will need to be updated to a valid ICD-10 code.

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.

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 area?

Sacrococcygeal: Pertaining to both the sacrum and coccyx (the tailbone). Teratomas are often in the sacrococcygeal region in children.

What is gluteal pain?

Gluteal Pain Syndrome (DGS) is defined as pain or numbness in the buttock, the hip, or the posterior thigh with radiation or radicular pain in the Sciatic nerve distribution. This condition is characterized by being: Non-discogenic. A Sciatic nerve disorder. Nerve entrapment in the deep gluteal space.

What is the ICD-10 diagnosis code for sciatica?

3 – Sciatica. ICD-Code M54. 3 is a non-billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of Sciatica.

What is the ICD-10 code for hip pain?

M25. 559 - Pain in unspecified hip. ICD-10-CM.

What is the ICd 10 code for a fracture of coccyx?

S32.3 ICD-10-CM Code for Fracture of coccyx, sequela S32.2XXS ICD-10 code S32.2XXS for Fracture of coccyx, sequela is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

What is the ICd 10 code for a malignant neoplasm of the pelvic bones,

ICD-10-CM Code for Malignant neoplasm of pelvic bones, sacrum and coccyx C41.4 ICD-10 code C41.4 for Malignant neoplasm of pelvic bones, sacrum and coccyx is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Malignant neoplasms

The ICD code M533 is used to code Coccydynia

Coccydynia is a medical term meaning pain in the coccyx or tailbone area, usually brought on by sitting too abruptly.

Coding Notes for M53.3 Info for medical coders on how to properly use this ICD-10 code

Inclusion Terms are a list of concepts for which a specific code is used. The list of Inclusion Terms is useful for determining the correct code in some cases, but the list is not necessarily exhaustive.

ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index References for 'M53.3 - Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified'

The ICD-10-CM Alphabetical Index links the below-listed medical terms to the ICD code M53.3. Click on any term below to browse the alphabetical index.

Equivalent ICD-9 Codes GENERAL EQUIVALENCE MAPPINGS (GEM)

This is the official approximate match mapping between ICD9 and ICD10, as provided by the General Equivalency mapping crosswalk. This means that while there is no exact mapping between this ICD10 code M53.3 and a single ICD9 code, 724.79 is an approximate match for comparison and conversion purposes.

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