Dental restoration status

This code indicates that a patient has a history of having received dental restorative procedures, such as fillings, crowns, bridges, or dentures. It signifies the presence of artificial dental structures designed to repair or replace damaged or missing teeth. This status is a permanent part of the patient's medical history.

This code is appropriate for use when documenting a patient's current dental status, particularly when the presence of dental restorations is relevant to their overall health or treatment plan. It can be used in conjunction with other codes describing dental conditions or when a patient presents for general medical care and their dental history is pertinent.

• This code is for status only and does not indicate a current problem or complication with the restoration.
• Do not use this code if the patient has active dental disease or complications related to the restoration; instead, code the specific condition.
• This code can be used as a secondary diagnosis to provide a more complete picture of the patient's health status.