Mouth Pain CVA ICD-10-CM Codes

Discover the ICD-10 Codes used for mouth pain CVA and their clinical description, synonyms, billability, etc.

By Ericka Pingol on Feb 29, 2024.

Fact Checked by Ericka Pingol.

Use Code
Mouth Pain CVA ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Mouth Pain CVA 

Here are the possible ICD Codes for Mouth Pain CVA that practitioners can use for documentation, billing, coding, etc.:

  • R13.10: Dysphagia, unspecified
  • K05.6: Periodontal disease, unspecified
  • K08.89: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

Which Mouth Pain CVA ICD codes are Billable: 

All of the mentioned Mouth Pain CVA ICD codes above are billable. 

Clinical Information

  • Patients who experience and survive cerebral vascular accidents (CVA) or stroke may experience mouth or oral problems after an attack. 
  • Oral infections, discomfort, and pain are among the consequences of a stroke, and experiencing any of the three can affect a patient’s ability to eat, drink, and brush their teeth. 
  • In addition to mouth infection and pain, dental problems such as gum disease due to plaque buildup are also possible. 
  • Patients and their caregivers are often encouraged to practice oral hygiene and use alternatives to a brush if it’s too painful for the patient. 

Synonyms Include:

  • Dysphagia
  • Swallowing painful
  • Periodontal disease
  • Toothache 
Medical Billing and Coding Software

Commonly asked questions

When to use a Mouth Pain CVA ICD code?

You can use a mouth pain CVA ICD code if your patient expresses concerns about oral pain after a stroke. 

Are Mouth Pain CVA diagnosis codes billable?

Yes, mouth pain CVA diagnosis codes are billable. 

What does a diagnosis code for Mouth Pain CVA mean?

A diagnosis code for mouth pain CVA means that the patient survived a stroke and is experiencing one of the complications/aftermath/consequences in the form of oral pain or discomfort. 

Join 10,000+ teams using Carepatron to be more productive

One app for all your healthcare work