Adult osteochondrosis of spine, sacr/sacrocygl region

This code signifies a degenerative condition affecting the vertebral endplates and adjacent bone in the sacral and sacrococcygeal regions of the adult spine. It involves a disturbance in the normal growth and maturation of bone and cartilage, leading to pain and structural changes.

Apply this code when documentation specifies adult osteochondrosis localized to the sacrum or coccyx. Supporting documentation should include imaging findings (e.g., MRI, X-ray) demonstrating characteristic changes such as endplate irregularities, Schmorl's nodes, or disc space narrowing in the specified spinal regions.

• Differentiate from juvenile osteochondrosis (Scheuermann's disease) which typically affects the thoracic or thoracolumbar spine.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "adult" and specifies the sacral or sacrococcygeal region.
• Code any associated pain or neurological symptoms separately, if documented.