M43.16 - Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

Learn all about the ICD-10-CM code M43.16 for Spondylolisthesis in the lumbar region, including what its clinical description is, if it’s billable or not, what its synonyms are, what other ICD codes are related to it, and a few FAQs.

By Audrey Liz Perez on Jun 16, 2024.

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M43.16 Diagnosis Code: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region Is the M43.16 billable?M43.16 Clinical Information M43.16 synonyms include Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for Spondylolisthesis FAQS

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M43.16 Diagnosis Code: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

The M43.16 is an ICD code included in the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) used to designate Spondylolisthesis in the lumbar region. Spondylolisthesis is a type of spinal condition that causes the patient to feel pain in their lower back.

If a patient is suffering from Spondylolisthesis, that means a vertebra slipped out of place (forward displacement) and is now over another vertebra. Patients who experience pain while bending over, numbness or tingling in their feet, and/or have difficulty standing or walking for long periods are symptomatic of Spondylolisthesis.

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Is the M43.16 billable?

The M43.16 is a billable ICD-10-CM code that healthcare providers/professionals can use to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

M43.16 Clinical Information

If a patient has lower back pains, ask them to be more specific about it. Do they feel that their lower back is stiff? Do they find it hard to walk or stand for long periods? Do they feel spasms in their hamstrings? Are their feet numb or weak? Do they feel pain whenever they bend over?

These are symptoms of Spondylolisthesis. Spondylolisthesis, specifically in the lumbar region. It means that a lumbar vertebra is displaced forward and is now over another lumbar vertebra. Or, it can even be that a lumbar vertebra is over a sacral vertebra. This particular condition is commonly caused by overextending the spine. Sometimes age has to do with it. Wear and tear of the spine and disks can also result in this problem.

It’s best to conduct an imaging test like MRI or CT Scan to confirm the problem.

Depending on the severity of the Spondylolisthesis, the treatment will vary. It’s best to try non-invasive treatment like resting, using braces, or taking physical therapy. Medicines and even steroid injections can be used. If none of these work and the pain is severe, surgery might be the only way to fix the problem.

M43.16 synonyms include

Spondylolisthesis
Lumbar spondylolisthesis
Lumbosacral spondylolisthesis

Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for Spondylolisthesis

M43.1 - Spondylolisthesis
M43.10 - Spondylolisthesis, site unspecified
M43.11 - Spondylolisthesis, occipito-atlanto-axial region
M43.12 - Spondylolisthesis, cervical region
M43.13 - Spondylolisthesis, cervicothoracic region
M43.14 - Spondylolisthesis, thoracic region
M43.15 - Spondylolisthesis, thoracolumbar region
M43.17 - Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region
M43.18 - Spondylolisthesis, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
M43.19 - Spondylolisthesis, multiple sites in spine

Commonly asked questions

Is the M43.16 a billable ICD code?

Yes, it is a billable ICD code.

What are the symptoms of M43.16?

There are numerous symptoms. These include stiffness in the back, having difficult standing up for long periods, having difficulty walking for long periods, feet are numb, spasms in the hamstring, and pain in the lower back whenever the person bends over.

How is M43.16 treated?

That depends on the severity. If the Spondylolisthesis is not adverse, then non-invasive ways to treat it include taking medicine, resting, using back braces, and taking physical therapy. Sometimes, injecting steroids might do the trick. If the spondylolisthesis is adverse, then surgery might be the best solution.