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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)
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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)
asked 9 years ago by
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)
asked 4 years ago by
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.
asked 8 years ago by
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
asked 3 years ago by
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.
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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.
asked 3 years ago by
Admin January 27, 2017 8:44 am
By report means you must send in a dictated report from the dentist on the procedure and how it was preformed, along with the claim submission.
asked 9 years ago by
Patient presents for extraction of tooth #32. Dentist is able to remove coronal portion, but unable to remove roots. Also, surgical handpiece used to remove bone. Patient is coming back in 3-4 weeks to try and get roots removed. How should we code th...
kmoney October 25, 2021 1:50 pm
There is a not a CDT code to be used for an extraction of an erupted tooth, that is incomplete. In this case you would use the code D7999 for unspecified oral surgery procedure, by report”. If that code is set to $0.00 be sure to put a dollar amount. You would then bill that (more)
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A patient presented with chief complaint of pain on a single tooth. I evaluated the tooth and took an xray/PA. I did not do any treatment that day. Was I correct to use D0140 and D0220 for the appointment? Or should I have used D9110?
RCM Expert November 16, 2022 11:20 am
D9110 is for an emergency palliative treatment. D0140 is to exam a problem focused area. Usually D9110 is for a same day emergency appt and you may only exam, take an X-ray, prescribe Rx or an open and drain to alleviate immediate pain. If this was an appt set up a week or days in (more)
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