ICD-10 K08.22
Billable / SpecificModerate atrophy of the mandible
About ICD-10-CM K08.22
ICD-10-CM code K08.22 represents Moderate atrophy of the mandible. This is a billable/specific code in the Digestive System chapter (block K08). The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM K08.22 became effective on October 1, 2025.
Inclusion Terms / Approximate Synonyms
Clinical terms and conditions classified under K08.22. Per CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular 2026.
- Moderate atrophy of the edentulous mandible
Medicare LCD Coverage for K08.22
Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) from CMS MACs that list K08.22 as a covered diagnosis.
This doesn't mean the code isn't covered, it means no MAC has issued a Local Coverage Determination naming this specific code. Coverage may still apply under National Coverage Determinations or general medical-necessity rules.
Commercial Payer Coverage
Coverage policies from major commercial payers referencing K08.22.
Our payer policy database covers Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, BCBS, Humana, and Medicare Advantage plans, but K08.22 doesn't currently appear in any indexed policy. The code may still be covered under standard plan benefits.
CPT Codes Commonly Billed with K08.22
Procedures frequently paired with this diagnosis based on PayerReady's Dx↔Px linkage data.
We don't have CPT pairings indexed for this specific code yet. Use the CPT search above to find common procedures, or check your payer's published medical policy for code-specific guidance.
Convert K08.22 to ICD-9-CM
Per CMS General Equivalence Mappings (GEMs), useful for legacy data review and historical claim analysis.
| ICD-10 | ICD-9 | Mapping Flags |
|---|---|---|
| K08.22 | 52522 | 00000 |
Flags format (5 digits): Approximate · No Map · Combination · Scenario · Choice List. Source: CMS 2017 GEMs (final version).
Codes Adjacent To K08.22
Other codes in section K00-K14 (Diseases of oral cavity and salivary glands).
ICD-10 K08.22, Billing FAQ
Is ICD-10 code K08.22 billable? +
Yes, K08.22 is a billable ICD-10-CM code that can appear as a primary or secondary diagnosis on claims.
What other names or terms map to K08.22? +
ICD-10 K08.22 includes: Moderate atrophy of the edentulous mandible.
What ICD-9 codes does K08.22 map to? +
Per CMS GEMs, K08.22 maps to ICD-9 codes: 52522. Useful for legacy data review and historical claim analysis.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.
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