CDC CDC Oral Surgery & Extractions Coding 3

Question 1

Which CDT code is used for frenulectomy — also called frenectomy or frenotomy?

Accepted Answer

D7960

Answer

D7960 is the CDT code for frenulectomy (frenectomy or frenotomy), the surgical removal or release of a frenum.

Question 2

Surgical reduction of osseous tuberosity is reported using which CDT code?

Accepted Answer

D7340

Answer

D7340 is the CDT code for surgical reduction of osseous tuberosity, performed to reshape the posterior maxillary ridge.

Question 3

A dental coder audits a claim for D7210 but finds the operative note only documents forceps removal with no flap. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Downcode to D7140 to match the documented procedure

Answer

If the operative note does not support a surgical extraction (D7210), the coder must downcode to the simple extraction code D7140 that matches the documentation.

Question 4

What is the CDT code for a surgical removal of an impacted tooth classified as complete bony with unusual surgical complications?

Accepted Answer

D7241

Answer

D7241 is used for removal of a completely bony-impacted tooth with unusual surgical complications beyond standard D7240.

Question 5

Which document must accompany an oral surgery claim to support medical necessity for a hospital-based procedure?

Accepted Answer

Operative report and pre-operative evaluation notes

Answer

An operative report and pre-operative evaluation notes are required to substantiate medical necessity for hospital-based oral surgery claims.

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