Spinal enthesopathy, cervical region

This code describes a condition characterized by inflammation and degeneration at the insertion points of tendons, ligaments, or joint capsules into the bone within the cervical spine. It specifically refers to enthesopathy affecting the neck region, often leading to localized pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates enthesopathy affecting the cervical spine. This diagnosis is supported by findings such as tenderness at ligamentous or tendinous insertions in the neck, imaging evidence of entheseal changes (e.g., calcification, erosion), and a clinical presentation consistent with inflammatory or degenerative processes at these sites.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "cervical region" to differentiate from enthesopathy in other spinal areas.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for underlying systemic inflammatory conditions (e.g., spondyloarthropathies) if applicable and documented.
• Distinguish from general cervicalgia (M54.2) or cervical spondylosis (M47.812) unless enthesopathy is specifically diagnosed.