M41.4
Non-Billable

Neuromuscular scoliosis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Neuromuscular scoliosis?

ICD-10-CM M41.4 is the diagnosis code for Neuromuscular scoliosis. This code falls under the section "Deforming dorsopathies" within Chapter 13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for M41.4

✅ This Code Includes

  • Scoliosis secondary to cerebral palsy, Friedreich's ataxia, poliomyelitis and other neuromuscular disorders

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M41.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
M41.40Neuromuscular scoliosis, site unspecifiedBillableM41.41Neuromuscular scoliosis, occipito-atlanto-axial regionBillableM41.42Neuromuscular scoliosis, cervical regionBillableM41.43Neuromuscular scoliosis, cervicothoracic regionBillableM41.44Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracic regionBillableM41.45Neuromuscular scoliosis, thoracolumbar regionBillableM41.46Neuromuscular scoliosis, lumbar regionBillableM41.47Neuromuscular scoliosis, lumbosacral regionBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M41.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M41.4 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M41.4 mean?

M41.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Neuromuscular scoliosis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M41.4?

The parent code of M41.4 is M41 ("Scoliosis"). M41.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M41.4 in?

M41.4 is located in Section M40-M43 — "Deforming dorsopathies" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M41.4?

M41.4 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M41.40, M41.41, M41.42, M41.43, M41.44 and more.

When should I use M41.4?

Use M41.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Neuromuscular scoliosis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Neuromuscular scoliosis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Neuromuscular scoliosis is M41.4.

Can M41.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M41.4 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M41.4 in?

M41.4 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is M41.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, M41.4 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousM41.35Thoracogenic scoliosis, thoracolumbar regionNext →M41.40Neuromuscular scoliosis, site unspecified
Code Details
M41.4
Neuromuscular scoliosis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M40-M43 — Deforming dorsopathies
2026 ICD-10-CM