2025 ICD-10-CM code K05.211
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Aggressive periodontitis, localized, slight.
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Medical necessity for treatment would be established by the presence of clinical signs and symptoms of aggressive periodontitis. The severity of the disease, and the potential for rapid progression leading to tooth loss, usually justifies treatment.
The clinical responsibility for diagnosing and treating aggressive periodontitis typically falls on dentists or periodontists. This would include performing a clinical examination, taking radiographs (x-rays), and potentially ordering other diagnostic tests as needed.
- Diseases of the digestive system
- K05.211 is part of the broader category K05 (Gingivitis and periodontal diseases) and more specifically K05.2 (Aggressive periodontitis, localized).
In simple words: This code describes a mild form of rapidly progressing gum disease affecting only some teeth. It causes some bone and tissue loss around the affected teeth.
This ICD-10-CM code classifies aggressive periodontitis as localized and of slight severity.Aggressive periodontitis is a rapidly progressive form of periodontal disease characterized by significant bone and tissue loss around the teeth.The localized nature indicates the disease affects only certain teeth, and the slight severity denotes minimal bone and tissue destruction.
Example 1: A 20-year-old patient presents with bleeding gums, slight pocket depth around several lower incisors, and minimal bone loss evident on radiographs.The dentist diagnoses localized slight aggressive periodontitis., A 16-year-old patient shows signs of rapid periodontal breakdown around a few molar teeth, exhibiting mild bone loss on radiographic imaging and minimal clinical attachment loss. The dentist makes a diagnosis of K05.211., During a routine dental check-up, a 25-year-old presents with subtle signs of gum inflammation and minor bone loss affecting a few teeth. The dentist performs a periodontal examination which reveals a diagnosis of K05.211.
Comprehensive periodontal charting showing the location and extent of periodontal pockets, clinical attachment loss, bleeding on probing, and bone loss.Radiographic images (x-rays) to visualize bone support.Detailed clinical notes describing the patient's history, examination findings, and the diagnosis. Any supporting clinical tests.
** This code is highly specific to the localized and slight severity of aggressive periodontitis.Accurate diagnosis and coding requires a thorough clinical examination and radiographic assessment.Consider using additional codes to capture co-existing conditions or complications.
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- Specialties:Periodontics, Dentistry, General Practice
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