K12.2

Cellulitis and abscess of mouth

Billable

Code Hierarchy

K12K12.2

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Terms

  • Cellulitis of mouth (floor)
  • Submandibular abscess

Excludes2 (Not Included Here)

These conditions are not part of this code but may be reported additionally if documented

  • K11.3 - abscess of salivary gland (K11.3)
  • K14.0 - abscess of tongue (K14.0)
  • K04.6-K047 - periapical abscess (K04.6-K04.7)
  • K05.21 - periodontal abscess (K05.21)
  • J36 - peritonsillar abscess (J36)

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