Archives for April 2025

HCPCS Strategies to Increase Insurance Reimbursements in Dental Billing Published by the American Dental Coders Association Introduction In the increasingly complex world of dental insurance billing, understanding and leveraging the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) can significantly enhance reimbursement outcomes. While CDT codes remain the foundation of dental billing, HCPCS Level II codes offer […]

Understanding Medical-Dental Cross Coding in 2025: A Guide for Dental Billers Published by the American Dental Coders Association Introduction Navigating the intersection between dental and medical insurance is becoming increasingly important for dental billers in 2025. With more procedures falling into both categories—such as sleep apnea appliances, TMJ therapy, trauma, and certain oral surgeries—understanding how […]

Top Dental Billing Challenges and Solutions for 2025 Published by the American Dental Coders Association Dental billing and coding is rapidly evolving. As we step into 2025, practices are facing a new wave of challenges, from increased claim denials and tighter documentation requirements to staffing shortages and growing demand for cross coding. The good news? […]

The Oral Microbiome: A New Frontier in Dental Health Published by the American Dental Coders Association When we think about oral health, brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist come to mind. However, there’s a silent yet powerful player in dental wellness: the oral microbiome. This complex ecosystem of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms has […]

The Truth About Purple Tooth Whitening Toothpastes: What Dental Professionals Should Know In the ever-evolving world of cosmetic dentistry, trends often emerge that capture the attention of patients before gaining clinical validation. One of the latest fads to make waves is purple tooth whitening toothpaste—a product that claims to whiten teeth by neutralizing yellow tones […]