ICD 10 Coding Alert
Pay Attention to Radiculopathy Location
Question: If the neurosurgeon documents lumbosacral radiculopathy, how should I report this diagnosis? New Jersey Subscriber Answer: When your neurosurgeon documents a diagnosis of lumbosacral radiculopathy, you should report M54.17 (Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region). Tip: You will choose the appropriate code for radiculopathy depending upon the region of the spine involved. Your other radiculopathy choices include the following:
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