Infantile idiopathic scoliosis, sacr/sacrocygl region

This code identifies a specific type of scoliosis that develops in children before the age of three, where the cause is unknown (idiopathic), and the curvature is located in the sacral and sacrococcygeal regions of the spine. It signifies a lateral deviation of the spine in the lowest part of the vertebral column, without an identifiable underlying pathology.

Apply this code for diagnoses of idiopathic scoliosis confirmed in infants, specifically when imaging (e.g., X-ray) or clinical examination clearly indicates the primary curve is situated in the sacral or sacrococcygeal area. Documentation should explicitly state "infantile idiopathic scoliosis" and specify the sacral/sacrococcygeal region.

• Ensure the patient's age is under three years at the time of diagnosis to qualify as "infantile."
• Verify that the documentation explicitly rules out secondary causes of scoliosis (e.g., congenital anomalies, neuromuscular disorders).
• Do not confuse with other types of idiopathic scoliosis (e.g., juvenile, adolescent) or scoliosis due to known causes.