ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M26.5
Dentofacial functional abnormalities
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M26.5
- bruxism (F45.8)
- teeth-grinding NOS (F45.8)
centric occlusion NOS (M26.59)
Insufficient anterior occlusal guidance
Balancing side interference
- Centric occlusion (of teeth) NOS
- Malocclusion due to abnormal swallowing
- Malocclusion due to mouth breathing
- Malocclusion due to tongue, lip or finger habits
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code M26.5 (Dentofacial functional abnormalities)
ICD-10-CM code M26.5 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 M26.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M26.5 - Dentofacial functional abnormalities. 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 Dentofacial functional abnormalities.