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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Oral Lesion

ICD-10 Coding for Oral Lesion

K13.79
K13.70

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for oral lesion includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Mouth Lesion
Oral Mucosa Lesion
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Oral Lesion

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Oral Lesion

Use ICD-10 code K13.79 for other lesions of oral mucosa, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Other lesions of oral mucosa

Billable Code
K13.79
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed lesion type via biopsy or clinical examination.

Applicable To

  • • Fibroma
  • • Pyogenic granuloma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure detailed documentation of lesion characteristics.

Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa

Billable Code
K13.70
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lack of specific clinical details.

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using when specific details are available.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K05.10

Chronic gingivitis

Use when gingivitis is present alongside the lesion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an oral lesion?

The ICD-10 code for an unspecified oral lesion is K13.70, while K13.79 is used for other specified lesions of the oral mucosa.

How do you document an oral lesion?

Document the lesion's size, location, color, texture, and any relevant history to ensure accurate coding and treatment.

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