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Why Is MRI Not Revealing Disc Disease At L4-L5 And L5-S1?

I am reviewing a request for an ESI at L4-5, L5-S1. However the MRI states disc disease with annular tearing at L5-S1 and abutment of S1 nerve root. Why would the provider ask for levels L4-5 and L5-S1 when the MRI reveals no disc disease at that level?
Thu, 12 May 2016
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Hi,

Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns.

Disc Disease can be
1. Dehydration
2. Discitis
3. Disc Bulge
4. Disc Prolapse
5. Annular Tear
6. Herniated Nucleus Pulposus

Annular tearing at L5-S1 and abutment of S1 nerve root shows a disc Disease at L5 S1 Level.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
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Why Is MRI Not Revealing Disc Disease At L4-L5 And L5-S1?

Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand your concerns. Disc Disease can be 1. Dehydration 2. Discitis 3. Disc Bulge 4. Disc Prolapse 5. Annular Tear 6. Herniated Nucleus Pulposus Annular tearing at L5-S1 and abutment of S1 nerve root shows a disc Disease at L5 S1 Level. Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.