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M26.50

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Dentofacial functional abnormalities, unspecified

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

What This Code Means

The jaw and teeth have functional problems or abnormalities in how they work together, but the specific problem is not identified.

Coding Tips

  • •This is an unspecified code; use more specific M26.51-M26.54 codes when the functional abnormality is documented
  • •Document any symptoms related to jaw function such as clicking, pain, or difficulty chewing

Code Hierarchy

└M26Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion]└M26.5Dentofacial functional abnormalities└M26.50Dentofacial functional abnormalities, unspecified
└M26.50Dentofacial functional abnormalities, unspecified

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