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Nope D4910 will not be covered it has to be a history of SRP.

Hi Michelle!! the 2026 CDT code book just became available for pre-order yesterday, and they have not sent out the 2026 addition or released the changed codes at this time. I will update this post once they have released the codes and the 2026 book has been received :)

Is there a cpt cross code for D6114 does anyone know. Implant abutment supported fixed denture for endentulous arches?

You are able to bill CDT codes to medical insurance for cleft palate treatment, but CDT codes are not typically the preferred codes for billing medical insurance, especially for surgical procedures. CDT codes may be used for orthodontic treatment, prosthodontic appliances (like palatal obturators, etc), and adjunctive dental services like x-rays and evaluations, but for (more)

Yes, after taking the Certified Dental Billing Specialist online class you should be able to clear the exam with no problems.

Hi! What extraction code are you billing with the D7285? Sometimes, Delta will bundle D7285 with D7250 and D7210. This denial could potentially be appealed with a detailed narrative written by the provider explaining why the biopsy is necessary and asking that Delta review D7285 under CDT guidelines, because the CDT defines D7285 as a (more)

Hi! There is not particular dedicated CDT code for all laser therapy in dentistry. Laser procedures are typically billed under existing CDT codes that describe the specific procedure performed, regardless of whether a laser was used. Example: laser-assisted perio therapy can be billed under D4240, D4241, D4260, or D4261, depending on the specific tx. Some (more)

Hello! D9222 and D9223 are billed specifically in 15 minute increments, so if it is under 30 minutes, it is not recommended to bill for both D9222 and D9223 (total of 30 minutes) if only 20 minutes of sedation were performed.