ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M43.2
Fusion of spine
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M43.2
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- ankylosing spondylitis (M45.0-)
- congenital fusion of spine (Q76.4)
Excludes2: Not Included Here
- arthrodesis status (Z98.1)
- pseudoarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis (M96.0)
Inclusion Terms
Ankylosis of spinal joint
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code M43.2 (Fusion of spine)
ICD-10-CM code M43.2 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM M43.2 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M43.2 - Fusion of spine. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Fusion of spine.