M53.82 – Other specified dorsopathies, cervical region

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M53.82 is a billable ICD-10-CM code used for reimbursement for the diagnosis of other specified dorsopathies, cervical region.
The ICD-10-CM code M53.82 is used to diagnose other specified dorsopathies, cervical region in America. The code may vary internationally for the corresponding diagnosis.
The code is valid until the end of the fiscal year 2023.
“Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue” is the code’s umbrella category. More specifically, it’s under “other specified dorsopathies.”

Is M53.82 Billable?

Yes, it is billable, meaning one can use it for insurance reimbursement.

Any disorder of the spine or back is a dorsopathy. It is usually a collection of diseases in the spine and nearby tissues.
It can be acute or chronic and can be made worse when the patient makes sudden movements while coughing, sneezing, etc.
There are multiple causes for dorsopathy, such as sitting for an extended period, decreased physical activity, constant stress, weight, or it is in the family history.
Symptoms are muscle spasms, muscle weakness, paresthesia, impaired reflexes, aches, pain in the upper arms/extremities, and tension felt during palpation. Aside from these, the patient may feel headache, dizziness, darkening in the eyes, or hears noises in the head.
A practitioner may come to a diagnosis after factoring in the patient’s complaints and conducting a physical examination, CT scans, and MRIs on the patient.
Treatments may include medication, traction therapy, physical therapy, massage, and in severe cases, surgery.