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CDC Oral Surgery & Extractions Coding Flashcards

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  1. Which CDT code is used for a simple extraction of an erupted tooth?

    Answer: D7140

    D7140 describes extraction of an erupted tooth or exposed root, requiring elevation and/or forceps removal.

  2. What CDT code covers the surgical removal of an erupted tooth requiring elevation of a mucoperiosteal flap?

    Answer: D7210

    D7210 is used for surgical removal of an erupted tooth requiring elevation of a mucoperiosteal flap, bone removal, or sectioning.

  3. The removal of a soft tissue-impacted tooth is reported with which CDT code?

    Answer: D7220

    D7220 is the CDT code for removal of an impacted tooth with soft tissue impaction only.

  4. Which CDT code describes removal of a completely bony-impacted tooth?

    Answer: D7240

    D7240 is the CDT code for removal of a completely bony-impacted tooth, which is the most complex type of impaction.

  5. Alveoloplasty in conjunction with extractions — per quadrant — is reported with which CDT code?

    Answer: D7310

    D7310 is the CDT code for alveoloplasty in conjunction with extractions, per quadrant, to reshape the alveolar ridge.

  6. What is the CDT code for surgical removal of a residual tooth root?

    Answer: D7250

    D7250 is the CDT code for surgical removal of residual tooth roots, including cutting the mucoperiosteum.