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ICD-10-CM Code for Other specified diseases of jaws M27.8

ICD-10 code M27.8 for Other specified diseases of jaws is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue .

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Other specified diseases of jaws
Cherubism
Exostosis
Fibrous dysplasia
Unilateral condylar hyperplasia
Unilateral condylar hypoplasia
Excludes1: jaw pain (R68.84)

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