Infection of intvrt disc (pyogenic), sacr/sacrocygl region

This code signifies a bacterial infection, specifically pyogenic, affecting the intervertebral disc within the sacral and sacrococcygeal regions of the spine. This condition, also known as discitis or spondylodiscitis, involves inflammation and destruction of the disc space due to bacterial invasion.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of infectious discitis localized to the sacrum or coccyx, typically identified through imaging (MRI, CT) and laboratory findings (elevated inflammatory markers, positive cultures). This is appropriate for patients presenting with severe lower back pain, fever, and neurological deficits related to sacral disc involvement.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "pyogenic" or bacterial etiology; otherwise, consider non-pyogenic discitis codes.
• Verify the exact spinal region; this code is specific to sacral and sacrococcygeal involvement.
• Code any associated osteomyelitis (M46.2x) or abscess (G06.1) separately, if documented.