M54.14 – Radiculopathy, thoracic region

Use this code when the clinical diagnosis is radiculopathy of the thoracic region. It is often used concerning mid-spine conditions that result in nerve root pathology.

Treatment generally involves managing the underlying cause of the radiculopathy. This could involve medications for pain relief, physical therapy, corticosteroid injections, and in severe cases, surgery. Lifestyle changes like regular exercise, maintaining good posture, and a healthy diet can also help manage symptoms.

M54.14 is the ICD-10-CM code used to diagnose radiculopathy, specifically in the thoracic spine region. Radiculopathy describes conditions where one or more nerves do not function properly, leading to pain, numbness, weakness, or difficulty controlling specific muscles.