K00.6
Billable

Disturbances in tooth eruption

Billable / Specific Code

What is Disturbances in tooth eruption?

ICD-10-CM K00.6 is the diagnosis code for Disturbances in tooth eruption. This code falls under the section "Diseases of oral cavity and salivary glands" within Chapter 11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for K00.6

✅ This Code Includes

  • Dentia praecox
  • Natal tooth
  • Neonatal tooth
  • Premature eruption of tooth
  • Premature shedding of primary [deciduous] tooth
  • Prenatal teeth
  • Retained [persistent] primary tooth

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in K00.6. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • embedded and impacted teeth (K01.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K00.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is K00.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, K00.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does K00.6 mean?

K00.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Disturbances in tooth eruption". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of K00.6?

The parent code of K00.6 is K00 ("Disorders of tooth development and eruption"). K00.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is K00.6 in?

K00.6 is located in Section K00-K14 — "Diseases of oral cavity and salivary glands" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use K00.6?

Use K00.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Disturbances in tooth eruption" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Disturbances in tooth eruption?

The ICD-10-CM code for Disturbances in tooth eruption is K00.6.

Can K00.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, K00.6 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is K00.6 in?

K00.6 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is K00.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, K00.6 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
K00.6
Disturbances in tooth eruption
Billable / Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K00-K14 — Diseases of oral cavity and salivary glands
2026 ICD-10-CM