CPT, ICD-10, & CDT Coding Systems Flashcards
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Which CDT code is most appropriate for documenting a prophylaxis for an adult patient?
Answer: D1110
D1110 is the CDT code for a prophylaxis (cleaning) performed on an adult patient age 14 and older.
ICD-10-CM code K02.51 specifically describes:
Answer: Dental caries on pit and fissure surface limited to enamel
K02.51 identifies dental caries on pit and fissure surface limited to enamel, providing high specificity for the lesion.
A dental office bills for a patient's full-mouth debridement to enable comprehensive evaluation. Which CDT code applies?
Answer: D4355
D4355 is the CDT code for full-mouth debridement to enable a comprehensive periodontal evaluation and diagnosis.
In CPT coding, an add-on code is best described as:
Answer: A code always reported in conjunction with a primary procedure code
CPT add-on codes are reported alongside a primary procedure code and are never reported alone.
Which ICD-10-CM code block covers diseases of the oral cavity and salivary glands?
Answer: K00–K14
ICD-10-CM codes K00 through K14 cover diseases of the oral cavity and salivary glands, including dental caries and periodontal disease.
A dental coder assigns D6010 for implant placement. Which CDT category does this fall under?
Answer: Implant Services (D6000–D6199)
D6010 (endosseous implant body, placed) falls under the Implant Services subcategory within the D6000–D6199 range.
The ICD-10-CM placeholder character 'X' is used to:
Answer: Allow future expansion and maintain code structure
The placeholder 'X' is inserted in ICD-10-CM codes to fill positions and preserve the 7-character code structure for future expansion.