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    What is the best way to describe the importance of ICD-9 diagnosis codes in the following situation: A pediatric dentist has his own practice, but also treats pt's in a hospital OR setting at times. Where do the ICD-9 codes come into play as far as treatment notes are concerned. The hospital will bill for the facility and anesthesia (the dental office will submit the D-codes). Is there protocol? I understand that the ICD-9's are diagnosis codes that help explain the "situation" per say. In a dental setting-where do these codes get noted? Thank you for your time :)
    Admin January 25, 2013 10:20 am
    All diagnosis made for the patient should be noted in the chart, the ICD-9-CM codes do not need to be billed on the ADA2006 claim form.
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    asked 13 years ago by
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    How do I submit CEU's?
    Admin November 20, 2017 4:54 am
    CEU's are not required. Just maintain your membership to keep your certifications in good standing
    Kim Mixan
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    We are a multi-provider office and there are occasions that one of our dentists refers to another dentist within our practice. Many times an inter-office referral is able to be determined by looking at the X-Ray and the patient's dental record and then the patient is scheduled accordingly. Sometimes however, the dentist that will be taking on the proposed treatment will need to see the patient to clinically evaluate the area before the treatment is scheduled. What code could the dentist use to evaluate proposed treatment to determine if they are able to perform the treatment in question?
    Admin June 5, 2014 11:35 am
    The most appropriate code for the second provider would be D0160
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    asked 12 years ago by
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    What services are able to be billed for a hygienist only. This is if the dentist is on call and not in the physical office. Also, who would be used as the billing resource?
    Admin March 26, 2014 5:30 am
    The answer depends on if the hygienist is an affiliated dental hygienist or a registered dental hygienist...without this knowledge an appropriate answer cannot be given,
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    asked 12 years ago by
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    When we bring a patient back in after placement of Arestin, to have the Hygienist check to see if the tissues have improved - what would that be coded as? Thank you.
    Admin July 21, 2012 10:13 am
    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.
    Admin
    asked 14 years ago by
    ADCA Admin
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    If the doctor has a tooth with a large amount of decay (or a big leaky filling, etc) and once the decay/filling/etc. is removed - the tooth no longer has enough structure to support a crown and the doctor uses material to "build" the tooth back up... shouldn't this be filed as D2950 Core Buildup, Including Any Pins in addition to the crown code?
    Admin September 14, 2012 10:22 am
    Yes, this would be considered a core build-up...D2950
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    asked 13 years ago by
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    Is there a D-code that fits the following scenario: Pediatric dental office, pt (6 years old) presents with dental anxiety/hesitation; Dr would like to see him every 4 months for what he calls a "desensitizing appointment" which aims to make the pt feel more at ease in the dental office. Thank You
    Admin January 1, 1970 12:00 am
    While "desensitizing appointments" are a common occurance in Pediartic offices this is usually done at the doctors expense. There is no specific dental code for this type of appointment and most carriers will not pay for this type of visit. You may try to bill with CDT code D9999 and send a supportive narrative giving (more)
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    What is a typical amount to charge for a snore guard sleep apnea appliance?
    Admin July 28, 2014 6:16 pm
    These devices vary in price depending on your geographical area. We recommend you use The National Dental Advisory Service's Comprehensive Fee Report to determine pricing in your area.
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    asked 11 years ago by
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    We did an off hours emergency procedure for a patient. Patient broke off large !! section of filling that lodged into gum and bone. Took an hour to remove and then we need to debride the now gum pocket and infection. This was festering for week so acute gingival infection caused by foreign body. We had to use laser to treat and then did sedative restoration where broken. UC has previously denied laser treatment in other cases. How should we code to get reimbursed?
    Admin August 12, 2014 7:40 pm
    This procedure should be billed out as follows: D9440 for the office visit D7540 for the removal of foreign body (included bone) D7550 for the debridement of infection to the gum pocket and bone (laser is included in this code) D2940 for the sedative restoration
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    Good morning, i never receive the email with the instructions to start my class. What i need to do?
    Admin July 19, 2016 5:52 am
    You will not receive correspondence from the ADCA using a Hotmail email address...please contact the association immediately to update your email so you are able to receive the information you need. You may contact our Director of Education at 800.300.0239 x105
    yelopez7512@hotmail.com
    asked 9 years ago by
    yenia lopez
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