2025 Lumbar Radiculopathy ICD 10 Code M54.16
Effective Date: 10/01/2015 To 09/30/2025Radiculopathy, lumbar region
| CMS-HCC-V24 | CMS-HCC-V28 | RxHCC | Age | Gender | Maternity | Acute or Chronic | MCC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | Acute | No |
- lumbar M54.16
- lumbar region M54.16
What is Lumbar Radiculopathy ICD 10?
Lumbar radiculopathy ICD 10 (M54.16), also known as Low Back Pain with Radiculopathy ICD 10 or Lumbar Pain with Radiculopathy ICD 10, refers to pain and other neurological symptoms resulting from the compressed nerve roots as they exit the spinal cord in the lower back. Lumbar radiculopathy is the inflammation of a nerve root in the lower back, leading to symptoms such as pain radiating through the back and down the leg. This condition is commonly known as sciatica.
Why is Low Back Pain with Radiculopathy ICD 10 Happening?
Right lumbar radiculopathy ICD 10 is caused by pressure on a nerve root, which can result from:
- Herniated discs
- Spinal degeneration
- Narrowing of the bony canal
Treatment Options for Left or Right Lumbar Radiculopathy ICD 10
The treatment majorly depends on the main or underlying cause and severity of symptoms. Conservative treatment is usually considered before surgery.
Diagnostics for Right Lumbar Radiculopathy ICD 10
Imaging Tests:
- X-rays
- MRI
- CT scan
Electromyography (EMG):
It is done to identify nerve involvement and new damage.
Symptoms for Right Lumbar Radiculopathy ICD 10
Pain is the most common symptom of radiculopathy, which is often described as the sharp pain and that may worsen with activity. The pain may travel down the:
- Buttocks
- Hip
- Groin
- Leg