ICD-10 Coding for Dental Disease(K05.00, K05.00P, K05.10)
Explore detailed ICD-10 coding guidelines for dental diseases, including gingivitis and periodontitis. Learn about documentation requirements and common coding pitfalls.
Complete code families applicable to Dental Disease
Compare key differences between these codes to ensure accurate selection
| Code | Description | When to Use | Key Documentation |
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| K05.10 | Chronic gingivitis, plaque-induced | Use for plaque-induced inflammation without attachment loss. |
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| K05.311 | Chronic periodontitis, localized, slight | Use for slight localized periodontitis with minimal attachment loss. |
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Clinical Decision Support
Always review the patient's clinical documentation thoroughly. When in doubt, choose the more specific code and ensure documentation supports it.
Key Information
Essential facts and insights aboutDental Disease
Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions
Documentation & Coding Risks
Avoid these common issues when documenting Dental Disease.
Failing to specify plaque-induced nature of gingivitis
Impact
Clinical: Misdiagnosis of gingivitis type., Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential claim rejections.
Mitigation
Verify plaque presence during examination, Use specific terminology in documentation
Using K05.10 for non-plaque-induced gingivitis
Impact
Reimbursement: Incorrect coding may lead to claim denials., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data recording.
Mitigation
Use K05.11 for non-plaque-induced cases.
Periodontal Disease Coding
Impact
Incorrect coding of periodontal disease severity.
Mitigation
Regular training on coding updates and documentation standards.