Intractable Back Pain ICD-10-CM Codes

Intractable back pain can result from unresolved conditions like intervertebral disc degeneration, spinal nerve compression, or chronic musculoskeletal disorders that resist treatment. Psychological factors, such as failed surgical interventions or prolonged inflammation in the lumbar or lumbosacral region, may also influence it.

Intractable pain is defined as severe, persistent pain that lasts longer than three months and does not improve with conventional medical treatments. It often disrupts daily function and may require multidisciplinary pain management approaches.

Managing intractable pain involves a combination of treatments such as physical therapy, medications, behavioral therapy, interventional procedures, or spinal cord stimulation. A tailored plan is essential to address both physical and psychological components of the pain.