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The only CPT code available at this time is the unlisted code 41899, you should utilize this code along with ICD-9-CM code 520.1 for (Supernumerary teeth).

Typically they are answered within 72 hours depending on the level of difficulty of the question being asked.

This procedure does not require a modifier as the 21040 (excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or currettage) and 21215 (Graft, bone, mandible/including obtaining graft) are seperate procedures. You may append modifier 51 however it is not necessary in this instance.

The difference is quite simple CDT code D1203 Topical Fluroide is used for children who are not at a high risk of developing caries. While CDT code D1206 was created for patients who are at moderate to high risk of developing caries due to systemic disease, medications they are taking or other conditions. You should (more)

The code is located by going to the alphabetic index and looking up the main term Discoloration, from there you will look up the subterm mouth and it give you ICD-9 code 528.9

Since this is a problem focused exam and only a follow-up the appropriate code would be D0140. If this was the initial visit for the appliance the appropriate code would be D0160.

1) Tapp appliance 21089 for appliance and 99002 for handeling must have a narrative accompany claim. 2) New patient code range 99201-99204 Established patient code range 99212-99214 3) Panorex 70355 Full mouth 70320 4) TMJ what procedure? 5) No cross code available use exam code New 99201 established 99212 6) New patient code range 99201-99204 (more)

You may use either D0120 or D0180, you will need to check with your carrier for specific guidelines.