K03.6
Billable

Deposits [accretions] on teeth

Billable / Specific Code

What is Deposits [accretions] on teeth?

ICD-10-CM K03.6 is the diagnosis code for Deposits [accretions] on teeth. 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

Coding Guidelines for K03.6

✅ This Code Includes

  • Betel deposits [accretions] on teeth
  • Black deposits [accretions] on teeth
  • Extrinsic staining of teeth NOS
  • Green deposits [accretions] on teeth
  • Materia alba deposits [accretions] on teeth
  • Orange deposits [accretions] on teeth
  • Staining of teeth NOS
  • Subgingival dental calculus
  • Supragingival dental calculus
  • Tobacco deposits [accretions] on teeth

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where K03.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is K03.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, K03.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does K03.6 mean?

K03.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Deposits [accretions] on teeth". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of K03.6?

The parent code of K03.6 is K03 ("Other diseases of hard tissues of teeth"). K03.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is K03.6 in?

K03.6 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 K03.6?

Use K03.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Deposits [accretions] on teeth" 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 Deposits [accretions] on teeth?

The ICD-10-CM code for Deposits [accretions] on teeth is K03.6.

Can K03.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, K03.6 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is K03.6 in?

K03.6 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is K03.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, K03.6 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
K03.6
Deposits [accretions] on teeth
Billable / Specific Code
11 — Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
K00-K14 — Diseases of oral cavity and salivary glands
2026 ICD-10-CM