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ICD-10-CM Code for Deviation in opening and closing of the mandible M26.53

ICD-10 code M26.53 for Deviation in opening and closing of the mandible is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue .

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Deviation in opening and closing of the mandible

M26.5

Excludes1: bruxism (F45.8)
teeth-grinding NOS (F45.8)

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