icd 9 code for kyphosis nos

What is the ICD 10 code for kyphosis?

737.10 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of kyphosis (acquired) (postural). This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent.

What is the ICD-9-CM code for surgery?

ICD-9-CM 737.10 is one of thousands of ICD-9-CM codes used in healthcare. Although ICD-9-CM and CPT codes are largely numeric, they differ in that CPT codes describe medical procedures and services. Can't find a code?

What is idiopathic kyphosis of the spine?

Idiopathic kyphosis of spine. Kyphosis. Kyphosis deformity of spine. Kyphosis, acquired. Kyphosis, idiopathic. ICD-10-CM M40.209 is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group (s) (MS-DRG v38.0): 456 Spinal fusion except cervical with spinal curvature, malignancy, infection or extensive fusions with mcc.

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737.10 is a legacy non-billable code used to specify a medical diagnosis of kyphosis (acquired) (postural). This code was replaced on September 30, 2015 by its ICD-10 equivalent.

Information for Medical Professionals

References found for the code 737.10 in the Index of Diseases and Injuries:

Information for Patients

Your backbone, or spine, is made up of 26 bone discs called vertebrae. The vertebrae protect your spinal cord and allow you to stand and bend. A number of problems can change the structure of the spine or damage the vertebrae and surrounding tissue. They include

ICD-9 Footnotes

General Equivalence Map Definitions The ICD-9 and ICD-10 GEMs are used to facilitate linking between the diagnosis codes in ICD-9-CM and the new ICD-10-CM code set. The GEMs are the raw material from which providers, health information vendors and payers can derive specific applied mappings to meet their needs.

What is the best code for cervical kyphosis?

The M40.0- codes seem like the best option since they include the word "postural", however, for some reason, there is no code designated for the cervical region. If the kyphosis extended from C3-C6, there is no code that specifically describes this condition. The unspecified code, M40.00, would probably be the best choice in this case. If the kyphosis extended down to T1, then M40.03 would be the best option.

What is the M40.1 code?

The M40.1- codes are for kyphosis that is caused by some other condition. Though not specifically stated, it may be wise to also code for whatever the primary condition is which led to the kyphosis. If posture caused the kyphosis, then the M40.0- codes should be used.