K08.4 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Type 1 excludes for K08.4 ICD 10 code
- complete loss of teeth (K08.1-)
- congenital absence of teeth (K00.0)
Type 2 excludes for K08.4 ICD 10 code
- exfoliation of teeth due to systemic causes (K08.0)
Codes
- K08.40 Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause
- K08.401 Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, class I
- K08.402 Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, class II
- K08.403 Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, class III
- K08.404 Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, class IV
- K08.409 Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, unspecified class
- K08.41 Partial loss of teeth due to trauma
- K08.411 Partial loss of teeth due to trauma, class I
- K08.412 Partial loss of teeth due to trauma, class II
- K08.413 Partial loss of teeth due to trauma, class III
- K08.414 Partial loss of teeth due to trauma, class IV
- K08.419 Partial loss of teeth due to trauma, unspecified class
- K08.42 Partial loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases
- K08.421 Partial loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class I
- K08.422 Partial loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class II
- K08.423 Partial loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class III
- K08.424 Partial loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, class IV
- K08.429 Partial loss of teeth due to periodontal diseases, unspecified class
- K08.43 Partial loss of teeth due to caries
- K08.431 Partial loss of teeth due to caries, class I
- K08.432 Partial loss of teeth due to caries, class II
- K08.433 Partial loss of teeth due to caries, class III
- K08.434 Partial loss of teeth due to caries, class IV
- K08.439 Partial loss of teeth due to caries, unspecified class
- K08.49 Partial loss of teeth due to other specified cause
- K08.491 Partial loss of teeth due to other specified cause, class I
- K08.492 Partial loss of teeth due to other specified cause, class II
- K08.493 Partial loss of teeth due to other specified cause, class III
- K08.494 Partial loss of teeth due to other specified cause, class IV
- K08.499 Partial loss of teeth due to other specified cause, unspecified class
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to K08.4 ICD10 Code:
- K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system
- K00-K14 Diseases of oral cavity and salivary glands
- K08 Other disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
K08.4 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about K08.4 ICD 10 code
What are teeth?
Your teeth are made of a hard, bonelike material. There are four parts:
- Enamel, your tooth's hard surface
- Dentin, the hard yellow part under the enamel
- Cementum, the hard tissue that covers the root and keeps your teeth in place
- Pulp, the soft connective tissue in the center of your tooth. It contains nerves and blood vessels.
You need your teeth for many activities that you may take for granted. These include eating, speaking and even smiling.
What are tooth disorders?
There are many different problems that can affect your teeth, including:
- Tooth decay - damage to a tooth's surface, which can lead to cavities
- Abscess - a pocket of pus, caused by a tooth infection
- Impacted tooth - a tooth that did not erupt (break through the gum) when it should have. It is usually wisdom teeth that are impacted, but it can sometimes happen to other teeth.
- Misaligned teeth (malocclusion)
- Tooth injuries such as broken or chipped teeth
What causes tooth disorders?
The causes of tooth disorders varies, depending on the problem. Sometimes the cause is not taking good care of your teeth. In other cases, you may have been born with the problem or the cause is an accident.
What are the symptoms of tooth disorders?
The symptoms can vary, depending on the problem. Some of the more common symptoms include:
- Abnormal color or shape of the tooth
- Tooth pain
- Worn-down teeth
How are tooth disorders diagnosed?
Your dentist will ask about your symptoms, look at your teeth, and probe them with dental instruments. In some cases, you may need dental x-rays.
What are the treatments for tooth disorders?
The treatment will depend on the problem. Some common treatments are:
- Fillings for cavities
- Root canals for cavities or infections that affect the pulp (inside of the tooth)
- Extractions (pulling teeth) for teeth that are impacted and causing problems or are too damaged to be fixed. You may also have a tooth or teeth pulled because of overcrowding in your mouth.
Can tooth disorders be prevented?
The main thing that you can do to prevent tooth disorders is to take good care of your teeth:
- Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste
- Clean between your teeth every day with floss or another type of between-the-teeth cleaner
- Limit sugary snacks and drinks
- Don't smoke or chew tobacco
- See your dentist or oral health professional regularly