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    I don't this is allowed but I had to asked, because I can't find any guidelines regarding signatures for dental charting. Can a DDS chart and sign off a dental for another DDS (locum) that has left and is no longer with the dental office? ( this DDS did not chart a note at TOS). Where would be the best place to get information on dental guidelines, if there are any. A quick response would be very helpful. thanks.
    Admin May 4, 2017 9:22 am
    What I believe you are asking is can a dentist document in the patients chart for another dentist? The answer is simply NO the dentist who provided the service must document . The only time another dentist may provide the documentation is if he/she was present at the time of procedure or examination and aided (more)
    ryazzie
    asked 8 years ago by
    Rena Yazzie
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    What do I code for the 4-6 week tissue re-eval after SRP?
    I completed 4 quads of SRP and 4 weeks later the patient came back in for the re-eval appointment. Do I use D4910 or D0171. I spot probed, scaled residual calculus, polished, flossed, and applied fluoride varnish. Also I placed Arestin on two pockets...
    asw0929 May 18, 2022 11:14 am
    Since the patient had 4 quads of SRP, the patient is a PM at that point. Just as an FYI, the first PM appointment is usually 90 days post SRP. So, for example, Delta is denying our D4910's within 90 days of SRP. This is a WRITE OFF. Not billable. Since it was NOT past (more)
    k
    asked 3 years ago by
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    Do you need to add the tooth number when you are billing out code D5282?
    Admin May 7, 2019 2:54 pm
    D5282 removable unilateral partial denture one piece cast metal (including clasps and teeth), maxillary Yes, this code requires either a tooth number or quadrant to accompany it on the claim form.
    Admin
    asked 6 years ago by
    ADCA Admin
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    Correct usage of D0705 and D0251 ?
    Replacing D0274
    asw0929 May 15, 2022 8:01 pm
    I'm sorry. I am not completely understanding your question. There is a big difference between the codes D0705, D0251 and D0274. D0274 bitewings - four radiographic images D0705 extra-oral posterior dental radiographic image - image capture only; Image limited to exposure of complete posterior teeth in both dental arches. This is a unique image that (more)
    MaryPW
    asked 3 years ago by
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    we have questions about the new dental code of D9311 ( consult w/ medical health care professional). What kind of documentation is required in order to bill out this code for dental services ( amount of time spent w/ medical provider discussing the patient's medical history, etc.) and where should it be documented ( in patient's medical and dental chart)? Also, we have clinics that offer medical and dental services both in the same building and sometimes we have patients who are being seen for dental and their face is swollen so we have to send them over to the medical side of our facilities for a rocephin shot and was wondering if the D9311 code would be appropriate to use in those cases.
    Admin January 10, 2017 11:16 am
    The rationale behind D9311 is to consult with the patient’s healthcare professional before beginning active treatment to ensure that all potentially dangerous medical conditions are discussed and the best course of treatment is collaborated for the patient’s safety. This exchange of information must be recorded in the patient’s’ clinical notes as a document, audio file (more)
    Admin
    asked 9 years ago by
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    Coding radiographs with restorative procedures
    We have patients that come into the hospital due to issue where they can’t have the restorative procedures done without anesthesia. My question is, under anesthesia, if provider performs radiographic images and bitewings, can it be coded with a resto...
    kmoney October 25, 2021 1:57 pm
    You can certainly charge out radiographs with restorations. You have to be mindful of the plan limitations set in place by the carrier. If a patient has had a full mouth series done within a specified time limit the bitewings and pa’s may not be covered because the patient has exceeded their limit. There are (more)
    Arbo
    asked 4 years ago by
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    Hi there, I would like to ask, what is the code to use for implant overdenture?
    Admin May 9, 2017 8:10 pm
    The code depends on specificity: Code series D6114-D6117 is for dental implant supported fixed (overdenture) Code series D6110-D6113 is for dental implant supported removable (overdenture) Your question needs more specificity to narrow down the correct code.
    Admin
    asked 8 years ago by
    ADCA Admin
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    D0170 code
    If a dentist sees a red or white lesion during a 150 exam and wants to re evaluate the pt in 2 weeks, is she/he allowed to use D0170 code? Will the insurance deny it? Thank you so much!
    Zienab.k.elmalik January 23, 2022 9:57 am
    Yes
    Admin
    asked 3 years ago by
    ADCA Admin
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    If I had a patient that had a tooth extracted, billed as D7210 and later had residual roots extracted can D7250 be billed?
    Admin May 10, 2019 3:07 pm
    Yes, as long as the codes were not billed out on the same day or the procedure performed on the same day.
    Admin
    asked 6 years ago by
    ADCA Admin
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    Are toodh numbers needed when billing D7210 for 2 different teeth on Hospital Facility UB claim?
    asw0929 May 4, 2022 8:18 am
    Since they are a requirement by some insurance companies on the CMS-1500 form I would say that it is also a good idea to enter them on the UB-04 form, but I cannot find documentation that states that it's a requirement. You might want to check with the insurance carrier to be sure.
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