K05.213

What This Code Means

This is a severe gum disease that causes rapid destruction of the tissues supporting the teeth in specific areas of the mouth. It typically occurs in younger patients and can lead to tooth loss if not treated.

Coding Tips

• •Verify the periodontitis is documented as 'aggressive' and 'localized' (not generalized) to ensure correct code selection, as generalized aggressive periodontitis uses K05.223
• •Confirm the severity level is documented as 'severe' in the clinical notes, as less severe cases would use K05.211 or K05.212