M26.36

Billable code

Insufficient interocclusal distance of fully erupted teeth (ridge)

The ICD-10 code for insufficient interocclusal distance of fully erupted teeth (ridge) is M26.36.

Clinical notes

Also known as

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Lack of adequate intermaxillary vertical dimension of fully erupted teeth

Documentation support

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Related codes in this category

ICD-9-CM equivalent

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52436

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Associated MS-DRGs

M26.36 can serve as the principal diagnosis for these Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups.

Informational only — actual DRG assignment also depends on procedures, complications/comorbidities (CC/MCC), discharge status, and payer-specific rules not reflected here.