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Yes, this would be considered a core build-up...D2950

Yes, removal of root tips and the removal of a benign odontogenic cyst is billable in the same day.

If the filling is a final resotration you would use code D2391

The 72 hour period starts when your exam is released.

Yes, you may make a correction on the claim form in the remarks area stating "Claim Correction" and refile with code D1352.

D2950 and D2952 are not to be billed in conjunction with one another, you either get D2950 (core build-up including pins) or you get D2952 (custom fabrication).

Usually this would be considered an inclusive part of the original procedure and is not billable. However, you may try billing D9999 and include a brief narrative for consideration.

If you are submitting the claim to dental you would use D9248 if it is being administered intramuscular or D9241 if it is being administered by IV. If the claim is being submitted to Medical you would use the following codes: Halcion -Currently no code Vistaril IM - J3410 Vistaril Oral- Q0177 Versed IM, IV (more)

Your question cannot be answered with out further information: 1. What is the biopsy being done for? 2. What location in the mouth? 3. Are you the dentist or lab? Once the information is received we will be more than happy to give you a complete answer. Thank you Coding Support

If you are removing gingiva for the purpose of giving more tooth structure for a crown the most appropriate answer is D4249 crown lengthening as this would not be considered a gingivectomy. Crown lengthening is performed to allow a crown with little or no tooth structure exposure to the oral cavity. While gingivectomy is used (more)