Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for oral ulcer includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Oral Ulcer
Use ICD-10 code K12.0 for recurrent aphthous stomatitis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Candidal stomatitis
Use if there is a fungal coinfection.
Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)
Use when documenting radiation exposure.
Lichen planus
Use if biopsy confirms lichen planus.
The ICD-10 code for recurrent oral ulcers is K12.0, which is used for recurrent aphthous stomatitis.
For a single episode of an oral ulcer without a history of recurrence, use ICD-10 code K12.30.