Aggressive periodontitis, unspecified

This code represents a severe and rapidly progressing form of periodontal disease characterized by significant attachment loss and bone destruction. It typically affects otherwise healthy individuals, often with a familial predisposition, and can lead to early tooth loss if not aggressively treated.

Use this code when documentation specifies "aggressive periodontitis" without further detail regarding localized or generalized forms. This diagnosis is supported by findings such as rapid clinical attachment loss, bone destruction, and often a disproportionate amount of destruction relative to microbial deposits.

• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies "chronic periodontitis," as these are distinct conditions.
• Ensure the provider's documentation clearly states "aggressive periodontitis" to support this specific code.
• Do not use this code if the type of aggressive periodontitis (localized or generalized) is documented; instead, select the more specific code.