Ask the Coder (516) All questionsAnswered questionsUnanswered questions >« Back to Full Questions ListAnswersViewsQuestion1answer22views If a Dr. writes the description (example: pupal necrosis secondary to decay)of a diagnosis code in the patients chart note but does not provide a the code can a certified coder assign the diagnosis code on the claim form?1answer22views can you impress today, extract today than deliver D5130 next week?1answer22views Definitely a consent form must be signed if patient do treatments. But if patient only come in for exam and xray, does a consent form also require?1answer22views Good morning, i never receive the email with the instructions to start my class. What i need to do?1answer22views I'm really kind of new to dental billing and I am not quite sure what to send on a code that is by report. Are there any special rules when billing D7971 -excision of salivary gland, by report? Can you help me with this?1answer22views If a patient is present for a filling but decides he does not want to accomplish the planned procedure and would like to address the fact that the patient needs a complete upper denture. The treatment plan was already completed which includes the complete upper denture. The patient is given a referral to an outside prosthodontist and X-Rays were taken. The patient has Medicaid dental and only X-Rays can not be charged out per Medicaid rules. Is there another appropriate code that can be used in conjunction with the X-Rays that describes a limited exam and referral given?1answer22views Our practice has just started to use Silver Diamine Fluoride. Is there a CDT code for this? I have researched it and cannot find anything. Would we use D1208 or D1206 if not? Is it considered a fluoride application or a fluoride varnish?1answer22views I recently asked about testing but have not yet received an answer. I completed the course this past Spring and have not yet completed the final exam for certification. How do I pay for and access this? Thank you.1answer22views Oral Surgeon pulled wisdom teeth. Patient came back to our office for follow up and make sure TE sites ok. What code should i use for visit?1answer22views Patient has loss of tooth due to periapical abscess. The abscess was so bad it caused bone loss at the site. How do I code bone loss? « Previous 1 … 41 42 43 44 45 … 52 Next » Ask a Question