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M26.79

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Other specified alveolar anomalies

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

What This Code Means

Other abnormalities of the tooth-supporting bone ridge that don't fit into the more specific alveolar anomaly categories.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when the specific alveolar anomaly cannot be classified under M26.71-M26.74
  • •Document the specific nature of the anomaly in the medical record for clarity

Code Hierarchy

└M26Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion]└M26.7Dental alveolar anomalies└M26.79Other specified alveolar anomalies
└M26.79Other specified alveolar anomalies

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