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ICD-10 Coding for Periodontal Disease(K05.3, K05.0, K05.1)

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Explore detailed ICD-10 coding guidelines for periodontal disease, including chronic periodontitis and gingivitis. Learn about documentation requirements and common coding pitfalls.

Also known as:
Gum DiseasePeriodontitisGingivitis
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Periodontal Disease

K00-K95Primary Range

Diseases of the digestive system

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Code Comparison: When to Use Each Code

Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection

CodeDescription
K05.3Chronic periodontitis
K05.1Chronic gingivitis
Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Chronic periodontitis
K05.3
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Acute gingivitisK05.0
Chronic periodontitisK05.3

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Periodontal Disease.

Incomplete documentation of periodontal status

Impact

Clinical: Inaccurate assessment of disease progression., Regulatory: Potential audit failures., Financial: Denied claims due to insufficient documentation.

Mitigation

Ensure comprehensive periodontal charting., Include radiographic evidence where applicable.

Using D1110 for patients with bone loss

Impact

Reimbursement: Incorrect coding can lead to denied claims., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate patient records.

Mitigation

Use D4910 for periodontal maintenance if post-SRP; D4341/D4342 if active disease.

Documentation of SRP

Impact

Incomplete documentation can lead to audit failures.

Mitigation

Ensure complete periodontal charting and radiographic evidence are included.

Frequently Asked Questions

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