To follow up on the previous post, most insurance companies will require that claim submissions after January 1, 2016, use the ADA CDT 2016 codes. There are 19 new codes, 12 revised codes, and 8 deleted codes. The deleted codes include: D0260, D0421, D2970, D9220, D9221, D9241, D9242, D9931.
(This is intended as a summary of the code changes. Please consult the copyrighted ADA resources at ADA CDT Resources .)
New codes:
D0251 Image limited to exposure of complete posterior teeth in both dental arches…
D0422 Collection and preparation of genetic sample material…
D0433 Certified laboratory analysis to detect specific genetic…
D1354 Conservative treatment of an active, non-symptomatic carious lesion…
D4283 Autogenous connective tissue graft…
D4285 Non-autogenous connective tissue graft…
D5221 Immediate maxillary partial denture – resin base…
D5222 Immediate mandibular partial denture – resin base…
D5223 Immediate maxillary partial denture – cast metal…
D5224 Immediate mandibular partial denture – cast metal…
D7881 Occlusal orthotic device adjustment
D8681 Removable orthodontic retainer adjustment
D9223 Deep sedation/general anesthesia – each 15 minute…
D9243 Intravenous moderate (conscious) sedation/analgesia – each 15 minute…
D9932 Cleaning and inspection of a maxillary removable appliance
D9933 Cleaning and inspection of a mandibular removable appliance
D9934 Cleaning and inspection of a partial maxillary removable appliance
D9935 Cleaning and inspection of a partial mandibular removable appliance
D9943 Occlusal guard adjustment
ADA CDT 2016 Code Changes
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