Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, class II

This code signifies a condition where an adult patient has experienced the loss of some, but not all, of their natural teeth, and the specific etiology of this tooth loss is not documented. The "Class II" designation refers to a specific pattern of partial edentulism, typically indicating bilateral posterior tooth loss with remaining anterior teeth, as per Kennedy Classification.

Utilize this code when documentation clearly indicates partial tooth loss in an adult patient, but the dental record does not specify the cause (e.g., trauma, periodontal disease, caries). This code is appropriate when a Kennedy Class II partial edentulous arch is identified, and the cause of the tooth loss is unknown or unstated.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "partial loss of teeth" and does not specify a cause.
• Verify that the patient is an adult; different codes apply for primary dentition.
• Do not use if a specific cause for tooth loss (e.g., K08.1 for loss due to trauma) is documented.