Ask the Coder (516) All questionsAnswered questionsUnanswered questions >« Back to Full Questions ListAnswersViewsQuestion1answer32views If the doctor trims some healthy gum tissue to give a crown or bridge more tooth to adhere to, what gingivectomy type code should we use? Thank you.1answer22views Oral Surgeon pulled wisdom teeth. Patient came back to our office for follow up and make sure TE sites ok. What code should i use for visit?1answer30views Is code D7955 a deleted code or is it one that can be used1answer203views My patient needs an old crown removed. What CDT code should I use?1answer22views Our doctor is confused about the difference between an onlay and inlay. My questions is: how is an inlay possibly 2+ surfaces? If it doesn't extend over any cusps, wouldn't an onlay always be an O surface, and no more? Then if it does extend onto any cusps, it would be then considered an onlay? Any clarification would be very helpful. Thank you.1answer37views When the doctor notes two separate areas of decay on a single tooths O surface, for example spotting decay on a molar tooth and the doctor calls out "O, and OL", how should we file this?Similar situation when there is decay on the O, and the doctor wants to seal up the groove and completes a connected OL & OB composite. Should it be filed this way, as two - two surface fillings or is it a 4-surface filling? Or should it just be considered an O filling, even if the doctor fills any remaining L or B grooves? We had a lot of confusion on this!1answer30views Can I code for a 4 or more teeth for periodontal osseous surgery if the actual teeth with pockets are only 3 but extends between 4 or more teeth? For example teeth with 5 mm pockets are #'s 17, 18, 24. Would this be considered 4 or more teeth since the surgeon would need to access over 4 teeth to effectively perform the surgery?1answer27views If single bitewing was taking, can it be charge out as a PA?1answer25views What can we charge if dentist removed plaque and calculus from #26 supra and subgingivallyfull and mouth deplaque performed?1answer32views The doctor must surgically access my patient’s tooth roots. He must cut open the gingiva and pull it back to expose the roots. He called this a “flap procedure.” Which CDT code should I use for this procedure? « Previous 1 … 7 8 9 10 11 … 52 Next » Ask a Question