M99.03 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region

M99.03 diagnosis code: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region

• M99.03 is a diagnostic code in the ICD-10-CM used by healthcare professionals to denote segmental and somatic dysfunction of the lumbar region.
• It typically represents conditions where the lumbar spine is impaired or altered, affecting skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures.
• This diagnosis is commonly associated with lower back pain and restricted range of motion.
• M99.03 can be linked with vascular, lymphatic, and neural elements.
• The precise application of M99.03 depends on a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's medical history and symptoms.
• These can't be used for unspecified cases. Please only use this if the confirmed affected region is the lumbar region.

Is M99.03 billable?

Yes. M99.03 is a valid and billable code that can be used for health insurance claim purposes.

Clinical information

• The lumbar region of the spine is the lower back area often associated with this condition.
• M99.03 may be used for patients who experience chronic or acute lower back pain.
• Conditions can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain.
• Diagnosis often involves physical examination, patient history, and sometimes imaging studies.
• Treatments for conditions represented by M99.03 may include physical therapy, medications, or in severe cases, surgery.

Synonyms include

• Lumbar spine dysfunction
• Lumbar segmental dysfunction
• Somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
• Lumbar somatic dysfunction
• Dysfunction of lumbar spine
• Somatic dysfunction of musculoskeletal system
• Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region's connective tissue

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Other ICD-10 codes commonly used for segmental and somatic dysfunction

• M99.00 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region
• M99.01 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
• M99.02 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of thoracic region
• M99.04 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of sacral region
• M99.05 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of pelvic region
• M99.06 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lower extremity
• M99.07 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of upper extremity
• M99.08 – Segmental and somatic dysfunction of rib cage