ICD-10-CM Coding for Tooth Infection
I cannot provide ICD-10-CM codes for tooth infections because the evidence provided does not contain any information about diagnostic coding systems or ICD-10-CM codes for dental conditions.
What the Evidence Actually Addresses
The provided studies focus exclusively on:
- Infection control procedures in dental settings, including handling of specimens and equipment 1
- Clinical management of dental infections, including surgical drainage and antibiotic selection 1, 2, 3
- Treatment protocols for specific conditions like apical periodontitis and dental abscesses 1, 2
- Epidemiological patterns of odontogenic infections in clinical practice 4
Why This Question Cannot Be Answered from This Evidence
None of the guidelines, drug labels, or research studies provided discuss:
- ICD-10-CM diagnostic codes
- Medical billing or coding systems
- Diagnostic classification systems for dental conditions
The single reference to "ICD-10 code" in the evidence 4 mentions that researchers used an ICD-10 code to identify patients in a retrospective study, but does not specify which code or provide coding guidance.
What You Need Instead
To obtain accurate ICD-10-CM codes for tooth infections, you should consult:
- The official ICD-10-CM coding manual
- Your facility's coding department
- Professional coding resources specific to dental diagnoses
Common dental infection codes typically fall under the K04 series (diseases of pulp and periapical tissues) or K05 series (gingivitis and periodontal diseases), but I cannot provide specific codes without appropriate coding references.