Presence of dental prosthetic device (complete) (partial)

This code indicates that a patient has a dental prosthesis, which can be either a full set of artificial teeth (complete denture) or a device replacing some missing teeth (partial denture). It signifies the presence of such a device, not the condition that necessitated its placement or any complications related to it.

This code is appropriate for documenting the presence of a complete or partial dental prosthetic device during any encounter where this information is relevant to the patient's care. It is often used in conjunction with codes for dental examinations, follow-up care, or when the prosthesis impacts other medical treatments.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, as it describes a status rather than a primary condition requiring treatment.
• Do not use this code if the patient has only crowns, bridges, or implants; these are not considered complete or partial dentures.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "complete" or "partial" if known, although the code covers both.