ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K05.21
Aggressive periodontitis, localized
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K05.21
Inclusion Terms
Periodontal abscess
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K05.21 (Aggressive periodontitis)
ICD-10-CM code K05.21 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM K05.21 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K05.21 - Aggressive periodontitis, localized. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Aggressive periodontitis related to localized.