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K05.10

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Chronic gingivitis, plaque induced

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

Long-term inflammation of the gums caused by plaque and tartar buildup on the teeth.

Coding Tips

  • •This is the most common gingivitis code; confirm chronic duration and plaque-induced etiology in documentation
  • •Differentiate from acute gingivitis (K05.01) by documenting the chronic nature of the condition

Code Hierarchy

└K05Gingivitis and periodontal diseases└K05.1Chronic gingivitis└K05.10Chronic gingivitis, plaque induced
└K05.10Chronic gingivitis, plaque induced

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