ICD-10-CM M47.021: Vertebral artery compression syndromes, occipito-atlanto-axial region

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for M47.021

Vertebral artery compression syndromes, occipito-atlanto-axial region

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code M47.021 (Vertebral artery compression syndromes)

ICD-10-CM code M47.021 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 M47.021 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about M47.021 - Vertebral artery compression syndromes, occipito-atlanto-axial region. 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 Vertebral artery compression syndromes related to occipito-atlanto-axial region.