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If 4 bitewings and 3 PA's are taken on the same visit the appropriate way to code this visit would be the following: D0274 x 1 (bitewings- four radiographic images) D0220 x 1 for the 1st PA (periapical first radiographic image) D0230 x 2 for the additional 2 PA's taken (periapical each add image) Your (more)

Yes, D9610 would be the most appropriate code.

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.

ICD-9-CM code 521.89

The most appropriate code for the second provider would be D0160

The most appropriate code for the precision attachments would be D5862

No any provider may bill medical, however, if they are not contracted with the carrier the claims will be processed as "out-of-network".

Some medical carriers will reimburse for osseous surgery...the correct CPT code to use for this procedure is 41899 as there is no specific code assigned to this procedure. You should note some carriers will ask for the "D" code when submitting for this procedure. You should check your individual carrier guidelines prior to claim submission

The correct ICD-9-CM code is 525.19

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