2025 ICD-10-CM code K05.311
Chronic periodontitis, localized, slight.
Medical necessity for treatment is established by the documented presence of inflammation, bone loss, and periodontal pocketing. The localized nature and slight severity influence the treatment plan, ensuring that interventions are appropriate and not excessive. The goal is to prevent further disease progression and maintain oral health.
Diagnosis and treatment of chronic periodontitis fall under the purview of dentists and periodontists.They are responsible for assessing the severity of the condition using clinical examination, radiographic imaging, and periodontal charting. Treatment planning and execution, including scaling and root planing, oral hygiene instruction, and potentially surgical interventions, are part of their clinical responsibility.
In simple words: This code represents mild gum disease in a small area of your mouth.
Chronic periodontitis, localized, slight. This code signifies a mild form of chronic periodontitis affecting a limited area of the mouth.
Example 1: A 45-year-old patient presents with localized gum recession and slight bone loss around two teeth. Following examination and radiographic confirmation, a diagnosis of chronic periodontitis, localized, slight is made. Treatment includes scaling and root planing in the affected area along with oral hygiene instructions., A 60-year-old diabetic patient exhibits localized slight periodontal pocketing and inflammation confined to a single quadrant. After a comprehensive periodontal assessment, the dentist diagnoses chronic periodontitis, localized, slight and prescribes non-surgical periodontal therapy., During a routine dental checkup, a 30-year-old patient is found to have mild bone loss around a few teeth, but no significant pocketing. The dentist diagnoses the patient with chronic periodontitis, localized, slight, and recommends improved oral hygiene practices.
Documentation should include clinical findings such as periodontal probing depths, attachment loss, bleeding on probing, and radiographic evidence of bone loss. The extent of the localized involvement (number of teeth or areas affected) should also be noted. Any contributing factors like smoking or systemic diseases should be documented as well.
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