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    You have a patient that is in following planned treatment for operative. Patient had tooth #30 extracted 2 months prior to this visit. When the patient is in for operative a none spicule was removed from #30 extraction site. What code should be used to code the removal of the bone spicule with the operative that was done this day. There is no notation that the patient was expieriencing any type of pain.
    Admin November 16, 2011 7:13 am
    Some carriers may consider this inclusive as the doctor removing the bone spicule was the one who removed the tooth initally. However, if the carrier allows the charge you would code it as D7530 (removal of foreign body) due to the fact that a bone spicule by defination is a small sliver of bone that (more)
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    What is the proper code to use if a patient has a filling placed and then returns for an adjustment because the filling does not feel quite right to the patient (i.e. high spot) ?
    Admin April 12, 2014 12:14 pm
    D9999 accompanied with a short narrative is the most appropriate code.
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    Stitches removed
    I had my teeth removed in another country but did not have time to stay to have the stitches removed. I was charged $250 to have the stitches removed from the inferior maxillary. The code used was D7912, which is for complicated stitches bigger than ...
    Karen January 27, 2023 9:55 am
    D9999 is an unspecified Oral Surgery procedure, in this case even though the dentist was not the person to do the extraction, but he did do the removal of the stitches. I believe even if it’s not billed code d7912, it is the proper code for the procedure the patient had.
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    What is the correct code for spacer band (rubber band between #3 and #A)?
    Admin May 23, 2013 6:13 am
    Spacers are not billable procedures they are considered inclusive of another procedure. Usually space maintainers or orthodontia services.
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    What would be the procedure code for replacing teeth on an existing partial denture?
    iflores October 12, 2021 8:37 am
    Thank you for your answers. I am still confused. Could I use code D5640 Replace broken teeth? even if the teeth are not broken? they are just worn out. please help clarify
    iflores
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    How would I code for adjustments on 3 teeth that have large amalgam overhangs to remove - the teeth were filled in a different office.
    Admin August 6, 2015 7:32 am
    The most appropriate code would be D2999 and submit a brief narrative in the remarks box as to what is being done and why.
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    asked 10 years ago by
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    I am looking for CDT Code for extraction under bridge, which means the dentist cut the bridge and extract the tooth
    Admin March 23, 2016 12:00 pm
    The code for the sectioning of the bridge is D9120 and depending on the type of extraction performed it is either D7140 or D7210
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    What was previous code for CDT D2921 reattachment of tooth Fragment, incisal edge or cusp
    Admin January 8, 2014 4:55 pm
    CDT code D2921 is new as of 1/1/2014...meaning this code did not exsist prior to this date.
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    asked 12 years ago by
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    20240 vs 20245
    Should we bill 20240 superficial or 20245 deep for biopsy . I feel the codes our providers are selecting is incorrect they are picking 20245 (deep)
    asw0929 May 18, 2022 7:18 pm
    More specifically where is your biopsy? Most likely, if you are coding dental, you are going to use 20240 (superficial), but I would hate to say without hearing specifically where this biopsy is taking place. 20240: The physician performs an open biopsy on bone to confirm a suspected growth, disease, or infection. With the patient (more)
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    Are there any dental insurance companies that cover the D1330 Oral Hygiene Instructions? Am I obligated to submit this charge to the patient's insurance when they are not paying for this service?
    Admin October 26, 2011 1:04 pm
    Some carriers cover this charge for patients with gross periodontal disease, you must have a "medical necessity" to charge for the OHI in order for it to be paid. Some examples would be gross periodontal disease, moderate to severe gingivitis, and gross dental caries.
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