K06.01Header code — not billable
Gingival recession, localized
- Chapter
- 11. Diseases of the digestive system
- Category
- K06
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category K06
K06Other disorders of gingiva and edentulous alveolar ridgeK06.0Gingival recessionK06.010Localized gingival recession, unspecifiedYesK06.011Localized gingival recession, minimalYesK06.012Localized gingival recession, moderateYesK06.013Localized gingival recession, severeYesK06.02Gingival recession, generalizedK06.020Generalized gingival recession, unspecifiedYesK06.021Generalized gingival recession, minimalYesK06.022Generalized gingival recession, moderateYesK06.023Generalized gingival recession, severeYesK06.1Gingival enlargementYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code K06.01?
K06.01 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Gingival recession, localized.
Is K06.01 a billable code?
No. K06.01 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is K06.01 in?
K06.01 falls under Chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system.
When did K06.01 become effective?
K06.01 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to K06.01?
K06.01 belongs to category K06, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.