M50.13 – Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region

Is M50.13 billable?

Yes, M50.13 is a billable code. With complete and accurate documentation, it can be used for insurance reimbursement through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and other healthcare payers.

Clinical information

• The M50.13 cervical disc disorder includes herniated disc, disc degeneration, or disc displacement in the cervicothoracic region.
• Symptoms can range from neck and upper back pain, numbness or tingling in arms, hands, and fingers, to muscle weakness and coordination issues.
• The condition can be caused by age-related degeneration, physical injury, or repetitive strain.
• Diagnosis is vital and usually involves a physical examination, patient history, and imaging tests like MRI or CT scan.
• Treatment can be non-surgical, with physiotherapy, pain management, or surgical options that may be considered in severe cases.

Synonyms include

• Cervicothoracic intervertebral disc disorder with radiculopathy
• Radiculopathy due to cervical and thoracic disc disorder
• Cervical and upper back disc disorder with radiculopathy
• Cervical disc radiculopathy in the cervicothoracic region
• Discogenic radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region

Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for cervical disc disorders

• M50.12: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, mid-cervical region
• M50.11: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, high cervical region
• M50.30: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
• M50.80: Other cervical disc disorders, unspecified cervical region
• M50.90: Cervical disc disorder, unspecified, unspecified cervical region