2023 Dental Insurance Code Updates

Published on: Jan 19, 2023

By: Dr. Travis Campbell

Here are the dental code updates for 2023. Most offices will not utilize the majority of these codes, but there are some exciting updates: Membranes have been a challenge for many offices and insurance companies. The new membrane codes will help clarify coverage challenges between periodontal and surgical procedures.

Also, of particular note, is the new code for replacement of access filling material for screw-retained implant prosthetics and crowns.

New CDT CODES 2023

D0372: lntraoral tomosynthesis - comprehensive series of radiographic images

D0373: lntraoral tomosynthesis - bitewing radiographic image

D0374: lntraoral tomosynthesis - periapical radiographic image

D0387: lntraoral tomosynthesis - comprehensive series of radiographic images - image capture only

D0388: lntraoral tomosynthesis - bitewing radiographic image - image capture only

D0389: lntraoral tomosynthesis - periapical radiographic image - image capture only

D0801: 3D dental surface scan - direct

D0802: 3D dental surface scan - indirect

D0803: 3D facial surface scan - direct

D0804: 3D facial surface scan - indirect

D1708: Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine administration - third dose

D1709: Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine administration - booster dose

D1710: Moderna COVID-19 vaccine administration - third dose

D1711: Moderna COVID-19 vaccine administration - booster dose

D1712: Janssen COVID-19 vaccine administration - booster dose

D1713: Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine administration tris-sucrose pediatric - first dose

D1714: Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine administration tris-sucrose pediatric - second dose

D1781: Vaccine administration - human papillomavirus - Dose 1

D1782: Vaccine administration - human papillomavirus - Dose 2

D1783: Vaccine administration - human papillomavirus - Dose 3

D4286: Removal of non-resorbable barrier

D6105: Removal of implant body not requiring bone removal or flap elevation

D6106: Guided tissue regeneration - resorbable barrier, per implant

D6107: Guided tissue regeneration - non-resorbable barrier, per implant

D6197: Replacement of restorative material used to close an access opening of a screw-retained implant supported prosthesis, per implant

D7509: Marsupialization of odontogenic cyst

D7956: Guided tissue regeneration, edentulous area - resorbable barrier, per site

D7957: Guided tissue regeneration, edentulous area - non-resorbable barrier, per site

D9953: Reline custom sleep apnea appliance (indirect)

Deleted Codes

(Effective January 1, 2023)

D0351: 3D photographic image

D0704: 3D photographic image - image capture only

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Dr. Travis Campbell

Dr. Travis Campbell has been a practicing dentist since 2009, after graduating from Baylor University in Waco, Texas and then Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. He is an author, trainer, speaker at dental conferences, a contributor to various online dental communities, and dental coach/consultant. Ever an entrepreneur, Dr. Campbell purchased a second dental practice, in Garland, Texas in the fall of 2019. Having gained a reputation as an expert in the complex area of dental insurance, Dr. Campbell’s new “moniker” is “The Dental Insurance Guy.” From understanding insurance to developing strategies to accelerate practice growth, Dr. Campbell delivers practical, actionable content that dentists and team members can use immediately. He dispels many of the myths and misinformation around today’s dental insurance policies and explains how to navigate the complexities of being an exceptional dentist, business owner, and leader.

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