M47.15 – Other spondylosis with myelopathy, thoracolumbar region

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Spondylopathies

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M47.15

Code: M47.15 (claims format: M4715)
Description: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, thoracolumbar region
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
Block: M45-M49 Spondylopathies
Parent codes: M47 › M47.1

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

M47 – Spondylosis

Includes:

arthrosis or osteoarthritis of spine
degeneration of facet joints

M47.1 – Other spondylosis with myelopathy

Applicable to:

Spondylogenic compression of spinal cord

Excludes1 (not coded here):

vertebral subluxation (M43.3-M43.5X9)

Index terms for M47.15

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Spondylosis, with, myelopathy NEC, thoracolumbar region

Related codes in M47.1

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M47.15?

M47.15 is the ICD-10-CM code for other spondylosis with myelopathy, thoracolumbar region, in the block M45-M49 (Spondylopathies).

Is M47.15 a billable code?

Yes. M47.15 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M47.15 belong to?

It belongs to category M47 – Spondylosis.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.