ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Ptyalism
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Ptyalism (periodic)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Ptyalism
The ICD-10-CM code for Ptyalism is K11.7 (Disturbances of salivary secretion). The official index lists 2 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on K11.7.
Within K11 (diseases of salivary glands), K11.7 is specifically for disturbances of salivary secretion. Related codes cover atrophy of salivary gland (K11.0), hypertrophy of salivary gland (K11.1), sialoadenitis (K11.2), abscess of salivary gland (K11.3), fistula of salivary gland (K11.4), Sialolithiasis (K11.5), mucocele of salivary gland (K11.6), other diseases of salivary glands (K11.8) and 1 more.
The conditions in its Excludes2 note aren't part of K11.7, but may be coded alongside it if the patient has both: dry mouth NOS (R68.2).
Use an additional code to identify: alcohol abuse and dependence (F10.-), exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z77.22), exposure to tobacco smoke in the perinatal period (P96.81), history of tobacco dependence (Z87.891), occupational exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (Z57.31) and 2 more.
More specific Ptyalism codes (official index)
Common questions about Ptyalism ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Ptyalism?
- K11.7 — Disturbances of salivary secretion. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: F45.8, F45.8.
What is the ICD-10 code for hysterical ptyalism?
- F45.8 — Other somatoform disorders.
What is the ICD-10 code for psychogenic ptyalism?
- F45.8 — Other somatoform disorders.
Is K11.7 billable?
- Yes. K11.7 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can K11.7 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict K11.7 as a principal diagnosis.
Is K11.7 a CC or MCC?
- No. K11.7 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.