Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, site unspecified

This code signifies a degenerative condition of the spine, characterized by the formation of osteophytes and disc degeneration, which is causing nerve root compression. The radiculopathy manifests as pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness radiating into an extremity. The specific spinal region affected by the spondylosis is not documented or is unknown.

Use this code when the medical record clearly indicates spondylosis with associated radiculopathy, but the physician's documentation does not specify the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar region. This code is appropriate when the radicular symptoms are present, and the spondylotic changes are identified, but the exact anatomical site of the spondylosis is not localized.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies the spinal region (e.g., cervical, thoracic, lumbar); instead, use the more specific M47.2- codes.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly links the radiculopathy to the spondylosis.
• Do not code separately for the radiculopathy if it is an integral part of the spondylosis with radiculopathy diagnosis.