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70355 the diagnosis code would depend on the findings example why are the extractions being performed...impacted teeth, decay, etc.

Coding guidelines state 14-22 periapical films including bitewings must be present however, some insurance companies are paying out an FMX when a pano and bitewings are taken. The best course of action is to appeal the claim stating 14-22 films were not present at this visit.

Go to the website and click Certification - CDC

You always bill any treatment performed to the carrier. If you utilize ICD-10-CM codes on your dental form the amalgam re-do should be covered please look at diagnosis codes K08.5 unsatisfactory restoration of tooth

Unfortunately there is no dental chart audit form available that we are aware of at this time.

Once you have been approved to take the exam you will receive an email with the URL along with your username and password. Please note some individuals will undergo an audit prior to the release of the exam these individuals will be notified by mail. The address used will be the one in your members (more)

depending on how many credentials you hold it is 12 CE's for the first credential and an additional 4 CE's for every credential you hold in addition.

RSP must be done on a separate visit. It is not billable in conjunction with periodontal maintenance or a prophy.

All exams are suspended at this time we will resume exams starting Monday January 23, 2017

You may contact the certification department 800.300.0239 or email support@adcaonline.org Or you may logon to www.adcaonline.org and select the certification tab select the exam you would like to take and follow the registration process.