Chronic periodontitis, generalized, severe
ICD-10 K05.323 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of chronic periodontitis, generalized, severe.
Chronic periodontitis, generalized, severe is a significant oral health condition characterized by the progressive loss of the supporting structures of the teeth, including the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. Clinically, it presents with symptoms such as gum inflammation, deep periodontal pockets, and tooth mobility. The condition is often associated with systemic diseases and can lead to tooth loss if not adequately managed. The anatomy involved includes the gums (gingiva), periodontal ligaments, and the surrounding alveolar bone. Disease progression typically starts with gingivitis, which, if untreated, advances to chronic periodontitis. Diagnostic considerations include clinical examinations, radiographic assessments to evaluate bone loss, and periodontal probing to measure pocket depths. The severity of the condition is determined by the extent of attachment loss and the depth of periodontal pockets, with generalized severe chronic periodontitis affecting multiple teeth and exhibiting significant clinical attachment loss. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent further complications and maintain oral health.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
K05.323 covers generalized severe chronic periodontitis, which includes significant attachment loss and periodontal pocket formation affecting multiple teeth. It is characterized by inflammation of the gums and loss of supporting structures, leading to potential tooth loss.
K05.323 should be used when the patient presents with generalized severe chronic periodontitis, as indicated by extensive clinical attachment loss and probing depths. It is essential to differentiate it from localized forms or less severe stages of periodontitis.
Documentation for K05.323 should include clinical examination findings, periodontal probing depths, radiographic evidence of bone loss, and treatment plans. Detailed notes on patient history and compliance with treatment recommendations are also necessary.
