2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M40.03Postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region

ICD-10-CM Codes›M00–M99›M40-M43›M40

ICD-10-CM M40.03
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

M40.03 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 551 through 552. Coders also document this condition as acquired deformity of neck. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Scoliosis and other postural dorsopathic deformities.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
M40.03
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region
Short Description
Postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
M40.0
Postural kyphosis

Code Classification

ChapterM00–M99Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
SectionM40-M43Deforming dorsopathies
CategoryM40Kyphosis and lordosis
This CodeM40.03Postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Acquired deformity of neck
  • Cervical kyphosis
  • Cervicothoracic postural kyphosis
  • Kyphosis of cervicothoracic spine
  • Kyphosis of thoracic spine
  • Postural kyphosis
  • Thoracic postural kyphosis

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

External Cause of Injuries IndexGuidance

References for this code in the External Cause of Injuries Index.

    • Kyphosis, kyphotic(acquired)
      • postural (adolescent)
        • cervicothoracic region

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR MUS022
Scoliosis and other postural dorsopathic deformities
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Neck Injuries and Disorders

Any part of your neck - muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, or nerves - can cause neck problems. Neck pain is very common. Pain may also come from your shoulder, jaw, head, or upper arms.

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Convert M40.03 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
737.10 Kyphosis NOS
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About M40.03Overview

Is M40.03 (Postural kyphosis) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does M40.03 group to?

When postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 551, 552, with relative weights from 0.9613 to 1.6761 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of M40.03?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, postural kyphosis, cervicothoracic region converts to ICD-9-CM 737.10 (kyphosis NOS). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.