Ask the Coder (529) All questionsAnswered questionsUnanswered questions > Sort by date: AnswersViewsQuestion1answer31views We receive many claims for gingivectomies on a tooth that is then being crown. What is the criteria for gingivectomy allowance?1answer104views What code do we have to use for short term orthodontics? We -as a General Dentist's Office- offer Invisalign, 6MonthsSmiles and Inman Aligner. We have cases that are only for one arch, but most cases are for both arches. Not sure if it falls under Limited or Comprehensive Ortho Treatments.1answer159views Are there different codes for immediate dentures for partial dentures versus complete dentures? Is it acceptable to use D5130 and D5140 for both immediate partial and immediate complete dentures?1answer26views Could you please provide us with specific examples as to when a D0140 (limited exam) should be used and when it should not?1answer1047views What is the proper code to use if a patient has a filling placed and then returns for an adjustment because the filling does not feel quite right to the patient (i.e. high spot) ?1answer1781views Regarding code D9310, consultation by another dentist. We have multiple providers in our office and there are occasions where one of our providers refer to another provider in our office. To give you an example, one dentist will refer to another dentist (internally) for an extraction. Sometimes it is necessary for the referred dentist to evaluate the patient before the extraction can be accomplished. Can this code be used for this purpose?1answer52views Hello, Is there a code when you have to repair a temp bridge that has broken??1answer265views My understanding is that when more than 1 PA is done you would code D0220 first PA and D0230 for each additional PA so for example if 3 PA's are done you would code D0220, D0230, D0230, is this correct?1answer17views If a patient has both Medicaid/chips and a private dental insurance but we don't accept the private insurance, what is the best way to handle this situation? Can the dental office still see the patient?1answer581views Re-Sub: I work in a pediatric dental office. If a child was initially seen (first visit ever) at our office and is 1 year old and we code out D0145 (Oral Evaluation, pt under 3 yrs), when they return in 6 months for a recall visit- would it be more appropriate to charge out the D0145 again or the D0120 (Periodic Oral Evaluation)? Is the D0145 code only for patient's under 3 at their initial visit? More specifically- If a child is under age 3 and started seeing us at age 1 year - do we keep billing out the D0145 until they are 3 at every 6 month recall? Thank you for your time. ' « Previous 1 … 30 31 32 33 34 … 53 Next » Ask a Question