ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for Disease, diseased gum: K06.9
The ICD-10-CM index points "Disease, diseased gum" to K06.9, Disorder of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridge, unspecified. K06.9 is a billable code.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 Alphabetic Index file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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More specific codes in K06
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- K06Other disorders of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridgeHeader
- K06.0Gingival recessionHeader
- K06.01Gingival recession, localizedHeader
- K06.010Localized gingival recession, unspecifiedBillable
- K06.011Localized gingival recession, minimalBillable
- K06.012Localized gingival recession, moderateBillable
- K06.013Localized gingival recession, severeBillable
- K06.02Gingival recession, generalizedHeader
- K06.020Generalized gingival recession, unspecifiedBillable
- K06.021Generalized gingival recession, minimalBillable
- K06.022Generalized gingival recession, moderateBillable
- K06.023Generalized gingival recession, severeBillable
- K06.1Gingival enlargementBillable
- K06.2Gingival and edentulous alveolar ridge lesions associated with traumaBillable
- K06.3Horizontal alveolar bone lossBillable
- K06.8Other specified disorders of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridgeBillable
- K06.9Disorder of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridge, unspecifiedBillable
Excludes2
Excludes2 means the other condition can be reported with this one when both are documented.
From K06. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- K06.9 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category K06Every code under it
- Chapter 11Diseases of the digestive system
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- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for Disease, diseased gum?
The ICD-10-CM index points "Disease, diseased gum" to K06.9, Disorder of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridge, unspecified. K06.9 is a billable code.
Is K06.9 billable?
Yes. K06.9 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to K06.9?
The CDC tabular list gives 4 Excludes2 notes (may be coded together when both are documented) for K06.9 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is K06.9 in?
Chapter 11. Diseases of the digestive system.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.