Specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 756.2
Cervical rib
  • 2015
  • Billable Thru Sept 30/2015
  • Non-Billable On/After Oct 1/2015

  • ICD-9-CM 756.2 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 756.2 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
Convert to ICD-10-CM: 756.2 converts directly to:
  • 2015/16 ICD-10-CM Q76.5 Cervical rib
Approximate Synonyms
  • Cervical (neck) rib
Clinical Information
  • A supernumerary rib developing from an abnormal enlargement of the costal element of the c7 vertebra. This anomaly is found in 1-2% of the population and can put pressure on adjacent structures causing cervical rib syndrome; thoracic outlet syndrome; or other conditions
Applies To
  • Supernumerary rib in the cervical region
ICD-9-CM Volume 2 Index entries containing back-references to 756.2:
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