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The correct ICD-9-CM code is 525.19

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Primary DX 935.0, secondary DX E915

There is not an equivalent CPT code for D1110 or D2331 as cleanings and routine fillings are not covered under medical unless it is due to an accident. You would use the "D" code to bill medical if this were the case.

Without specifics we are going to have to make sum assumptions...first assumption the molar tooth is erupted and the supernumerary tooth is impacted under the erupted molar. If this is the case the following is coded. You would code D7140 - D7210 (depending on the type of extraction) for the erupted molar along with the (more)

The impression is considered inclusive of the original procedure and is included in the reimbursment for the denture codes D5110-D5281

No, you would use an unlisted code and give a brief explanation...you should note most carriers will consider adjusting a high spot on a filling inclusive of the original procedure.

This code is used inbetween D0140 interchanged every 6 months and is used as a limited evaluation for a specific problem. For example if the patient came in with tooth pain on 4/6/2014 and you performed a limited exam you would use D0140, and then the patient came back on 5/7/2014 for a cracked tooth (more)

I went to Aspen Dental to have a wisdom tooth removed. They made an appointment for the oral surgeon the following month at same office. The oral surgeon pulled the tooth. I was billed for a D9310 code. Which I believe is inaccurate.

The limited exam would be billed out at D0140.