Ask the Coder (524) All questionsAnswered questionsUnanswered questions > Sort by date: AnswersViewsQuestion1answer47views Good morning,I have a question. What would be the CPT procedure code for D6056 placing the abutment? We can't seem to find one that fits.1answer109views I need to know how to code for four wisdom tooth impacted 1,16,17&32 in CMS 1500 form extractions?1answer820views What is the correct code for spacer band (rubber band between #3 and #A)?1answer183views What is the correct code for spacer band?1answer53views How to code an appliance for maxillary diastema reduction?1answer403views What code should a dentist bill when they are doing zirconia crowns?1answer42views I have a insurnace question:Say that Dentist Joe is in Network with BlueCross Blue Shield They have agreed in their signed PPO contract that Dr. Joe will do crowns for 600.00. Dr. Joe calls this crown his Regular Crown. However, Dr. Joe has another level called the super duper duper crown. He utilizes a totally different lab, puts more levels of shading, really makes it shine. He has a 500.00 elective upcharge.So Chris the patient comes in and needs a crown. Dr. Joe says, “Chris you can get the regular which your insurance will cover, but for just a few bucks more I will give you the super duper duper which will look great!”. I say “o.k. Dr. Joe lets do it!”Dr. Joe submits the regular crown to insurance to get his 600.000 from BCBS. He also pockets the additional 500.00 buck and has a signed authoriztaion of understanding from Chris stating he fully knew the dealio.Is this o.k.?1answer1049views Should lab fees be separately billed from a total fee of a crown? For example; D2790 billing out for a gold crown.1answer45views If you receive full payment from a primary insurance, do you still submit the EOB and claim to the secondary as well? Thank you1answer32views Is upper and lower jaw surgery considered a bilateral procedure? My understanding of a bilateral procedure is on each side of the body.Thank you, Shauna « Previous 1 … 35 36 37 38 39 … 53 Next » Ask a Question