K08.0
BillableExfoliation of teeth due to systemic causes
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Loss of teeth that occurs as a result of an underlying systemic disease or medical condition affecting the entire body.
Coding Tips
- •Always identify and code the underlying systemic cause (e.g., osteoporosis, diabetes, cancer treatment)
- •This differs from tooth loss due to local causes like decay or trauma
Code Also
- underlying systemic condition
Code Hierarchy
└K08Other disorders of teeth and supporting structures└K08.0Exfoliation of teeth due to systemic causes
└K08.0Exfoliation of teeth due to systemic causes