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K13.79

Billable

Other lesions of oral mucosa

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

What This Code Means

Various non-infectious sores, ulcers, or abnormal growths inside the mouth affecting the soft tissues lining the mouth.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code when oral mucosa lesions don't fit more specific categories like aphthous ulcers or oral candidiasis
  • •Document the location (cheek, gum, palate, etc.) and appearance in the medical record for clarity

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