Post-osseointegration mechanical failure of dental implant

This code signifies the mechanical failure of a dental implant after it has successfully integrated with the surrounding bone. This failure typically involves issues with the implant itself, such as fracture or loosening, rather than problems with the surrounding soft tissues or the prosthetic crown. It indicates a structural compromise of the implant post-healing and stabilization.

This code is appropriate when documentation clearly states that a previously osseointegrated dental implant has experienced a mechanical failure. This includes scenarios where the implant body breaks, loosens from the bone due to mechanical stress, or otherwise fails structurally after successful integration. Supporting documentation would include operative reports, dental notes, and imaging studies confirming the implant's mechanical failure.

• Differentiate from initial implant non-osseointegration; this code specifically applies after successful integration.
• Ensure documentation specifies "mechanical failure" and not biological complications like peri-implantitis, which would be coded differently.
• Review "Excludes2" notes carefully to avoid miscoding fractured natural teeth or issues with restorative materials on the implant.