ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for cervical root syndrome
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Syndrome › cervical (root)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding cervical root syndrome
The ICD-10-CM code for cervical root syndrome is M53.1 (Cervicobrachial syndrome). The official index lists 4 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on M53.1.
Within M53 (other and unspecified dorsopathies, not elsewhere classified), M53.1 is specifically for Cervicobrachial syndrome. Related codes cover Cervicocranial syndrome (M53.0), spinal instabilities (M53.2), sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified (M53.3), other specified dorsopathies (M53.8) and dorsopathy, unspecified (M53.9).
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of M53.1, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: cervical disc disorder (M50.-) and thoracic outlet syndrome (G54.0).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
More specific cervical root syndrome codes (official index)
Common questions about cervical root syndrome ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for cervical root syndrome?
- M53.1 — Cervicobrachial syndrome. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: Q76.1, M53.0, Q76.5, G90.2.
What is the ICD-10 code for fusion cervical root syndrome?
- Q76.1 — Klippel-Feil syndrome.
What is the ICD-10 code for rib cervical root syndrome?
- Q76.5 — Cervical rib.
What is the ICD-10 code for sympathetic paralysis cervical root syndrome?
- G90.2 — Horner's syndrome.
Is M53.1 billable?
- Yes. M53.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can M53.1 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict M53.1 as a principal diagnosis.
Is M53.1 a CC or MCC?
- No. M53.1 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.