ICD-10 Code K08.199 – Complete loss of teeth due to other specified cause, unspecified class (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K08.199 – Complete loss of teeth due to other specified cause, unspecified class
What it is
K08.199 identifies complete loss of teeth caused by a specified nonstandard reason, when the tooth class is not documented. Use it when the record confirms total tooth loss but does not fit a more specific dental category.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. You may see edentulism on exam, with a history that links the tooth loss to an other specified cause rather than decay, periodontal disease, trauma, or congenital absence.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents complete loss of teeth and names another specified cause, but does not state the class of teeth involved. It is appropriate for claims and records that need a diagnosis reflecting total tooth loss with incomplete detail.
If the note only says “edentulous” without a cause, check documentation. If a more specific dental diagnosis is recorded, code that instead of this unspecified-class option.
Do not use for
Do not use K08.199 for partial tooth loss, congenital absence of teeth, or loss due to caries or periodontal disease when a more specific code applies. Check documentation if the cause is unclear.
Coding tip
Confirm both elements: complete tooth loss and an “other specified cause” with no class stated, before assigning K08.199.