M54 is an ICD-10 code that refers to dorsalgia, which is a medical term for back pain. It falls under the category of "Other dorsopathies" and encompasses various back pain conditions, including:
- Panniculitis affecting regions of the neck and back (M54.0)
- Radiculopathy (M54.1)
- Sciatica (M54.3)
- Lumbago with sciatica (M54.4)
- Low back pain (M54.5)
This code is used by healthcare professionals to classify and diagnose back pain, allowing for better communication and treatment planning.
Important Note: As of October 1, 2021, the ICD-10 code M54.5 (low back pain) has been deleted and replaced with more specific codes, such as M54.50 for "low back pain, unspecified." This change aims to provide a more detailed and accurate description of the specific type of low back pain experienced by the patient.
