Partial loss of teeth, unspecified cause, class III

This code signifies the absence of some, but not all, natural teeth within a dental arch, where the specific etiology of the tooth loss is not documented. It specifically refers to a Class III Kennedy classification, indicating a unilateral edentulous area located posterior to the remaining natural teeth, with natural teeth present on both sides of the arch.

Use this code when a patient presents with a partially edentulous arch consistent with a Kennedy Class III classification, and the dental record does not specify the cause of the tooth loss (e.g., trauma, caries, periodontal disease). Documentation should clearly indicate the partial nature of the tooth loss and the Class III classification.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "unspecified cause" or lacks any specific etiology for tooth loss.
• Differentiate from other Kennedy classifications (Class I, II, IV) which have distinct codes.
• Avoid using this code if the cause of tooth loss is known and documented; instead, use a more specific code from the K08.4 series.