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When you say "drugs" be more specific. Are you referring to other sedative medications? I cannot see why other medications would not be covered because moderation sedation was used. This may also be payer specific and/or plan specific. You might also want to document the reason for needing any additional medications (ie: patient was autistic (more)

Yes

Yes, you are required to maintain 12 CE's per year. You are also required to be a member in good standing to keep and maintain your CDC credential. You may find more information on our website under the CEU Center tab.

Primary DX 935.0, secondary DX E915

For dental carriers Local Anesthesia D9215 and Deep Sedation D9223 each 15 minutes For medical carriers 00170

CPT codes are only used when submitting claims to medical carriers on CMS 1500 forms, you do not use CPT codes for dental claims submitted to dental carriers on ADA2006 forms.

No we do not have an area for documentation requirements, however, your question has been submitted to the advisory board for consideration.

Usually this means exams,x-rays and cleanings only. However you should contact the carrier for specifics on what they consider to be included in "preventative & diagnostic " services.

You must have permission from the patient to send or receive any information unless the patients life is in danger...see HIPAA rules for patient privacy.