ICD-10 Code K01 – Embedded and Impacted Teeth (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K01 – Embedded and impacted teeth
What it is
K01 identifies teeth that have failed to erupt normally because they are blocked, trapped in bone or soft tissue, or otherwise unable to come into the mouth. Use it when the record clearly describes an embedded or impacted tooth.
Clinical signs
Findings often include delayed eruption, absent tooth in the arch, or radiographic evidence of a tooth remaining within the jaw. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use K01 when the provider documents an impacted or embedded tooth, including cases found on exam or imaging. It may apply to one tooth or multiple teeth if the note supports that wording. Check documentation for the specific tooth and laterality if recorded.
Do not use for
Do not use K01 for routine delayed eruption without documentation of impaction or embedding. Do not use it when the chart describes another dental disorder or when the tooth has already erupted normally.
Coding tip
Code only what the provider states, and capture the exact tooth and site when the record provides it.