M50.12 – Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, mid-cervical region

Is M50.12 billable?

No. As of 2025, this ICD-10-CM code is no longer valid, and it's non-billable, so it can't be used for reimbursement purposes. Please use any of the following instead because these are valid and billable:

• M50.120 - Mid-cervical disc disorder, unspecified level
• M50.121 - Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy
• M50.122 - Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
• M50.123 - Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy

Clinical information

• Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, specifically in the mid-cervical region, involves compression or irritation of nerve roots in the cervical spine.
• The primary causes of cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy in the mid-cervical region include degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs, such as disc herniation or bulging, which can result from aging, repetitive stress, or trauma to the cervical spine. Other contributing factors may include poor posture, obesity, smoking, and genetic predisposition.
• Patients often experience localized neck pain and radiating symptoms like pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that extends down the arm and into the hand.
• Symptoms can worsen with neck movements, prolonged sitting or standing, and activities that exert pressure on the affected nerve roots.
• To diagnose cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, healthcare practitioners typically conduct a thorough physical examination, assess medical history, and order diagnostic tests. These tests may include X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) scans, or electromyography (EMG) to evaluate nerve function.
• Treatment aims to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, restore normal nerve function, and improve quality of life.
• Non-surgical interventions include physical therapy, pain medications, epidural steroid injections, and cervical collars for immobilization.
• Surgical options like discectomy, laminectomy, or spinal fusion may be considered in severe cases.
• Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for effectively managing symptoms and promoting restoring normal cervical spine function.

Synonyms include

• Cervical radiculopathy with mid-cervical disc disorder
• Mid-cervical radiculopathy due to disc disorder
• Radiculopathy of the mid-cervical region with disc involvement
• Cervical nerve root compression in the mid-cervical region
• Mid-cervical disc-related radicular symptoms
• Cervicothoracic disc disorders
• Body region discitis NOS, cervical region

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Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for cervical disc disorder

Here are four commonly used ICD-10 codes for cervical disc disorders:

• M50.30 - Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
• M50.31 - Other cervical disc degeneration, high cervical region
• M50.32 - Other cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region
• M50.33 - Other cervical disc degeneration, cervicothoracic region