Kyphosis ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Kyphosis?

Kyphosis, an exaggerated forward rounding of the back, requires specific ICD-10 codes for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Here are the commonly used Kyphosis ICD codes:

• M40.00: Postural kyphosis, site unspecified
• M40.20: Other secondary kyphosis, site unspecified
• M40.209: Other secondary kyphosis, multiple sites in spine
• M40.30: Flatback syndrome, site unspecified
• M40.9: Kyphosis and lordosis, unspecified

Which Kyphosis ICD Codes Are Billable?

Determining which Kyphosis ICD codes are billable is essential for healthcare providers. Here's an overview:

• M40.00: Yes. This code represents postural kyphosis, which is often due to slouching.
• M40.20: Yes. This code indicates other secondary kyphosis not caused by postural habits.
• M40.209: Yes. This code is used for secondary kyphosis affecting multiple sites in the spine.
• M40.30: Yes. This code represents the flatback syndrome, a type of kyphosis.‍
• M40.9: Yes. This code is used for unspecified cases of kyphosis and lordosis.

Clinical Information

Kyphosis is a spinal disorder where an excessive outward curve of the spine results in an abnormal upper back rounding. Here's what you need to know:

• The condition can be present at birth or develop during adolescence or later in life.
• Causes include developmental issues, osteoporosis fractures, disk degeneration, and other conditions.
• Symptoms can consist of a hump-like appearance on the back, back pain, and stiffness.
• Mild cases may not require treatment, but severe cases can lead to pain and breathing difficulties.
• Treatment options include physical therapy, braces for adolescents, and surgery for severe cases.

Synonyms Include:

• Hunchback
• Roundback
• Dowager's hump
• Thoracic kyphosis
• Scheuermann's disease (when it occurs in teenagers)