M54.13 – Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region

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M54.13 Diagnosis Code: Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region Is M54.13 Billable?‍Clinical Information Synonyms Include Other ICD-10 Codes Commonly Used for Radiculopathy FAQS

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M54.13 Diagnosis Code: Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region

Clinical Description

M54.13 is the ICD-10 code used to denote radiculopathy in the cervicothoracic region.
Radiculopathy is when one or more nerves are affected and do not work properly (neuropathy).
The impact is due to nerve root compression from the lower cervical and upper thoracic regions.
Symptoms can include pain, numbness, weakness, and difficulty controlling specific muscles, which can occur in the areas these nerves supply, like the arms, shoulders, and upper back.
Diagnostic tools, such as physical examinations, imaging tests, and nerve conduction studies, can be used to confirm a diagnosis of M54.13.
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Is M54.13 Billable?

Yes, M54.13 is a billable ICD code.

‍Clinical Information‍

Radiculopathy, including M54.13, usually arises due to compression, inflammation, or damage to a nerve root.
Various conditions, such as herniated discs, bone spurs, or spinal stenosis, might cause it.
The symptoms vary widely depending on the area affected. However, common symptoms can include sharp pain, weakness, tingling, or numbness.
Certain types of doctors who may treat M54.13 include neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, and physical medicine & rehabilitation specialists.
Treatment methods can include pain management, physical therapy, lifestyle modifications, and in severe cases, surgical intervention.

Synonyms Include:

Cervicothoracic nerve root disorder
Cervicothoracic radiculitis
Cervicothoracic radiculopathy
Cervicothoracic nerve root syndrome
Cervicothoracic radicular syndrome

Other ICD-10 Codes Commonly Used for Radiculopathy

M54.10: Radiculopathy, site unspecified
M54.11: Radiculopathy, occipito-atlanto-axial region
M54.12: Radiculopathy, cervical region
M54.14: Radiculopathy, thoracic region
M54.15: Radiculopathy, thoracolumbar region
M54.16: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
M54.17: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
M54.18: Radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

Commonly asked questions

When to use a diagnosis code M54.13?

Diagnosis code M54.13 is used when a patient shows symptoms of nerve dysfunction due to issues in the cervicothoracic region of the spine.

What are the common treatments for M54.13 Diagnosis Code?

Treatments for M54.13 typically include physical therapy, medications, lifestyle modifications, and in more severe cases, surgery.

What does diagnosis code M54.13 mean?

Diagnosis code M54.13 represents Radiculopathy in the cervicothoracic region, where nerve roots in this area of the spine are affected, leading to symptoms like pain, numbness, and weakness.

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