Other cervical disc displacement at C5-C6 level

This code signifies a non-traumatic displacement of the intervertebral disc located between the fifth and sixth cervical vertebrae (C5-C6), excluding disc herniation with myelopathy or radiculopathy. This displacement can involve bulging, protrusion, or degeneration of the disc without direct nerve root or spinal cord compression.

Use this code for patients presenting with symptoms such as neck pain, stiffness, or limited range of motion attributed to a C5-C6 disc displacement that does not involve nerve root impingement or spinal cord compression. Documentation should clearly state "disc displacement" or "degenerative disc disease" at the C5-C6 level, and explicitly rule out radiculopathy or myelopathy.

• Ensure documentation specifies the C5-C6 level; otherwise, an unspecified cervical level code may be more appropriate.
• Do not use this code if there is documented radiculopathy (M54.12) or myelopathy (M50.02) associated with the disc displacement.
• This code is for non-traumatic displacement; for traumatic displacement, refer to codes in the S13 category.