ICD-10-CM K14.1: Geographic tongue

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for K14.1

Geographic tongue

Coding Notes & Guidelines for K14.1

Inclusion Terms
  • Benign migratory glossitis
  • Glossitis areata exfoliativa

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code K14.1 (Geographic tongue)

ICD-10-CM code K14.1 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 K14.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K14.1 - Geographic tongue. 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 Geographic tongue.