CDC CDC Oral Surgery & Extractions Coding 2

Question 1

Which CDT code is used for a partially bony-impacted tooth removal?

Accepted Answer

D7230

Answer

D7230 describes removal of an impacted tooth with partial bony impaction, where part of the tooth crown is covered by bone.

Question 2

Post-operative care following tooth extraction typically falls under which billing category?

Accepted Answer

Included in the extraction code unless separately documented as a separate visit

Answer

Post-operative care is generally included in the extraction procedure code unless it represents a distinct, separately identifiable service.

Question 3

Which CDT code describes incision and drainage of an abscess — intraoral soft tissue?

Accepted Answer

D7510

Answer

D7510 is the CDT code for incision and drainage of abscess — intraoral soft tissue.

Question 4

A biopsy of oral tissue — hard, including bone — is coded with which CDT code?

Accepted Answer

D7286

Answer

D7286 is the CDT code for biopsy of oral tissue — hard, including collection of a sample involving hard tissue such as bone.

Question 5

What CDT code covers surgical exposure of an impacted or unerupted tooth to aid orthodontic eruption?

Accepted Answer

D7280

Answer

D7280 is the CDT code for surgical exposure of an impacted or unerupted tooth for orthodontic reasons.

(CDC) Certified Dental Coder Practice Test