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K08.121

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Complete loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class I

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

What This Code Means

Complete loss of all teeth caused by gum disease and bone loss, affecting the upper jaw on one side only (Class I).

Coding Tips

  • •Confirm that tooth loss is due to periodontal disease rather than other causes like caries or trauma
  • •Class I represents the least severe distribution; verify documentation supports this classification

Code Hierarchy

└K08Other disorders of teeth and supporting structures└K08.1Complete loss of teeth└K08.12Complete loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases└K08.121Complete loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class I
└K08.121Complete loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class I

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