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I am trying to bill Medical for decalcification of teeth # 7,8,10,18 – Dr. wrote it has soft enamel gave them surface of DFL – but the teeth show no cavity just soft enamel . I’m trying to get this paid because the child is 16yrs of age and no financial support. how can I bill this ???

June 9, 2014 by Admin

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  • I am trying to bill Medical for decalcification of teeth # 7,8,10,18 - Dr. wrote it has soft enamel gave them surface of DFL - but the teeth show no cavity just soft enamel . I'm trying to get this paid because the child is 16yrs of age and no financial support. how can I bill this ???

I am trying to bill Medical for decalcification of teeth # 7,8,10,18 – Dr. wrote it has soft enamel gave them surface of DFL – but the teeth show no cavity just soft enamel . I’m trying to get this paid because the child is 16yrs of age and no financial support. how can I bill this ???

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Medical carriers do not cover any type of composite fillings unless it is due to trauma or an accident. You can try to use CPT code 41899 and send a brief narrative with your claim.

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