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CDC Dental Radiography & Imaging Coding Flashcards

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  1. What is the correct CDT code for a panoramic radiographic image used for orthodontic diagnosis?

    Answer: D0330

    D0330 covers panoramic radiographic images regardless of purpose, including orthodontic assessment.

  2. Which CDT code represents four bitewing radiographic images?

    Answer: D0274

    D0274 is the CDT code for bitewing radiographic images consisting of four images.

  3. An extraoral radiographic image — not otherwise specified — is reported using which code?

    Answer: D0250

    D0250 is the CDT code for an extraoral two-dimensional radiographic image, not otherwise specified.

  4. When billing for radiographs taken on the same day as a comprehensive exam, what is the standard billing practice?

    Answer: Bill each radiographic code separately from the exam code

    Radiographic codes are billed separately from examination codes because they represent distinct diagnostic procedures.

  5. Which CDT code is used for a cephalometric radiographic image?

    Answer: D0340

    D0340 is the CDT code for a 2D cephalometric radiographic image commonly used in orthodontic diagnosis.

  6. What does CDT code D0460 represent?

    Answer: Pulp vitality tests

    D0460 is the CDT code for pulp vitality tests used to assess the health of the dental pulp.