M48.062 – Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

M48.062 Diagnosis Code: Spinal Stenosis, Lumbar Region With Neurogenic Claudication

• M48.062 pertains to spinal stenosis in the lumbar region that presents with neurogenic claudication.
• Spinal stenosis is when the spinal canal narrows, putting pressure on the nerves within the spine.
• This narrowing can lead to neurogenic claudication in the lumbar region, characterized by discomfort or pain radiating down the legs.
• Patients often experience pain when walking or standing for long periods and find relief when bending forward or sitting.

Is M48.062 Billable?

Yes, M48.062 is a billable code. It's used in medical billing to diagnose spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication and justify reimbursement claims.

Clinical Information

• Spinal stenosis is often caused by age-related changes in the spine, including herniated discs, bone spurs, and thickened ligaments.
• Neurogenic claudication, often due to lumbar spinal stenosis, is not the same as vascular claudication, which is caused by insufficient blood flow.
• The condition can be diagnosed via MRI or CT scan, revealing the degree of narrowing in the spinal canal.
• Treatment typically involves physical therapy, medications, and in severe cases, surgery.

Synonyms Include:

• Lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication
• Lumbar canal stenosis with neurogenic claudication
• Lumbar spine stenosis with neurogenic claudication
• Neurogenic claudication from lumbar stenosis
• Spinal canal stenosis of lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

Other ICD-10 Codes Commonly Used for Neurogenic Claudication

• M48.061 - Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
• M48.00 - Spinal stenosis, site unspecified
• M48.07 - Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
• M48.08 - Spinal stenosis, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
• M48.02 - Spinal stenosis, cervical region
• M48.06 - Spinal stenosis, lumbar region
• M48.03 - Spinal stenosis, cervicothoracic region