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2025 ICD-10-CM code K13.2

Leukoplakia and other disturbances of oral epithelium, including the tongue.

Code assignment should be based on the specific findings documented in the clinical record.If multiple lesions are present, each should be individually coded. Use additional codes to identify any associated conditions.

Medical necessity for further investigation or treatment of K13.2 will depend on the clinical presentation, potential risk of malignant transformation, and patient symptoms.A biopsy may be medically necessary for certain lesions to rule out malignancy.

Diagnosis and management of oral mucosal lesions. This may involve visual examination, biopsy (if necessary), and referral to specialists if indicated.Treatment might include addressing underlying causes (e.g., tobacco cessation, alcohol reduction), topical therapies, or surgical interventions for specific lesions.

IMPORTANT:Related codes may include K13.3 (hairy leukoplakia), K13.5 (oral submucous fibrosis), and other codes within the K10-K14 range depending on the specific condition.Additional codes may be needed to specify associated conditions such as tobacco use or alcohol abuse.

In simple words: This code describes non-cancerous problems affecting the lining of the mouth and tongue.These can appear as white or red patches, or other changes to the tissue. It does not include cancer or other specific mouth conditions.

K13.2 in the ICD-10-CM classification system refers to Leukoplakia and other disturbances of oral epithelium, including the tongue.This code encompasses a range of non-cancerous (benign) conditions affecting the surface lining of the mouth and tongue.Specific examples include, but are not limited to, leukoplakia (white patches), erythroplakia (red patches), focal epithelial hyperplasia, and leukoedema.The code excludes carcinoma in situ, hairy leukoplakia, and other specified conditions of the oral cavity.

Example 1: A 60-year-old male patient presents with a white patch on his tongue.A clinical examination and biopsy confirm the presence of leukoplakia (K13.21)., A 45-year-old female patient is diagnosed with erythroplakia (K13.29) on the inner cheek after a routine oral examination., A 30-year-old patient with a history of tobacco use has multiple areas of oral epithelial thickening. After a biopsy, a diagnosis of leukoplakia (K13.2) is made.

Thorough documentation should include a detailed description of the lesion(s) (location, size, color, texture), relevant medical history (including tobacco and alcohol use), results of any biopsies or other diagnostic tests, and a detailed treatment plan.

** This code is non-billable/non-specific.

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