M53.9

Billable

Dorsopathy, unspecified

M53.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for Dorsopathy, unspecified. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M53
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Your back is made of bones, muscles, and other tissues extending from your neck to your pelvis. Back injuries can result from sports injuries, work around the house or in the garden, or a sudden jolt such as a car accident. The lower back is the most common site of back injuries and back pain . Common back injuries include : Sprains and strains Herniated disks Fractured (broken) vertebrae These injuries can cause…

Read more about Back Injuries at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M53.9?
M53.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Dorsopathy, unspecified". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M53.9 a billable code?
Yes — M53.9 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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