A trick to understand what codes to use when billing! After the patient has had a clinical, many diagnostic tests are now used in our Oral Wellness practices. 1.CBCT 2.X-Rays,…
In anesthesia, the Mallampati score (or Mallampati classification) is used to predict the ease of intubation. It can also be used to predict whether a patient might have obstructive sleep…
SEATTLE — Kaiser Permanente and Delta Dental of Washington are teaming up to provide Health360, a medical-dental plan focused on better overall outcomes and a lower total cost of care. This…
Orthodontic treatments have changed. Do not let the update information behind.
What diagnosis code should you use when sending a biopsy within the oral cavity to pathology? Donate to the Oral Cancer and we will send you the MedicalDentalBillingBook as a…
by Christine Woolstenhulme, QCC, QMCS, CPC, CMRS There are several considerations to be aware of before assigning a code for lesions and soft tissue excisions. The code selection will be…
• Private payers often require pre-authorization for any unlisted procedure.• Some payers have specific documentation criteria, depending on the type of procedure provided (e.g., an op note to support an…
There is a lack of covered benefit covering Bone Grafts, Socket Preservations and Sinus Lifts. If you are charging the patient your fee, Close more cases with the approval from…
Medicare Advantage plans, also known as Medicare Part C, are offered by private companies that contract with Medicare to provide Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance) benefits…
The dentist always has full responsibility for ensuring that dental claims have been completed accurately, correctly and at the time the patient received treatment. Bill only for the treatment provided…