M54.5 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Low back pain for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Type 1 excludes for M54.5 ICD 10 code
  • low back strain (S39.012)
  • lumbago due to intervertebral disc displacement (M51.2-)
  • lumbago with sciatica (M54.4-)

Terms applicables to M54.5 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to M54.5 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

M54.5 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about M54.5 ICD 10 code

If you've ever groaned, "Oh, my aching back!", you are not alone. Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives. Back pain can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. Acute back pain comes on suddenly and usually lasts from a few days to a few weeks. Back pain is called chronic if it lasts for more than three months.

Most back pain goes away on its own, though it may take awhile. Taking over-the-counter pain relievers and resting can help. However, staying in bed for more than 1 or 2 days can make it worse.

If your back pain is severe or doesn't improve after three days, you should call your health care provider. You should also get medical attention if you have back pain following an injury.

Treatment for back pain depends on what kind of pain you have, and what is causing it. It may include hot or cold packs, exercise, medicines, injections, complementary treatments, and sometimes surgery.

NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

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