Ask the Coder (528) All questionsAnswered questionsUnanswered questions >« Back to Full Questions List Sort by date: AnswersViewsQuestion1answer33views We recently got an oral surgeon in our dental practice. Some insurance require that you bill the medical carrier first. The codes that I am dealing with are D9220 (General Anes/30 minutes), D9221 (General Anes/Add 15 min), D7230 (Rem imp tooth - part bony) x 2 teeth , D7240 (Rem imp tooth comp bony) x 2 teeth. What codes do I need to submit on the CMS-1500 form that I am to send to the medical carrier? Thank you.1answer32views Can you tell me how many new dental ADA codes will require ICD 9 or ICD 10 if you are a General Dentist?1answer32views 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?1answer32views I used the wrong diagnosis code in a dental claim to Medicare. The medicare rep told me that I have to correct it when the claim is processed. Are there any circumstances? What will happen now? Thank you.1answer32views We could not apply varnish fluoride in the office on little kids due to cooperation. We send varnish fluoride home so parents could apply. Can we charge for varnish fluoride to insurance?1answer32views We recently had a patient come in for a filling. About a week after the filling was placed the patient was seen for normal cold sensitivity with the recent filling. What is the proper code to use for the post treatment appointment.1answer31views What is a typical amount to charge for a snore guard sleep apnea appliance?1answer31views > I was wondering if there was any standard set in place for acceptable > periodontal charting. We frequently receive claims for periodontal > work but the charting to support the services is well over 1 year old.1answer31views need medical codes for our dental office, can someone call me or do I need to call you?1answer31views I only have 3 more attempts before I am locked out. I have requested a new password and keep using what is sent and it's not working. My class starts today and I can't log in. I don't know if it's because I already had a membership with the ADCA and have a login. Do I use the same login as my members if so then how am I suppose to get to my class from there? « Previous 1 … 47 48 49 50 51 … 53 Next » Ask a Question