D2420 Dental gold foil two surface
Also known as: gold foil restoration, two surface gold foil
Fabrication and placement of a dental restoration using gold foil material on two surfaces of a tooth.
In Plain Language
gold filling
Clinical Context
Rarely used in contemporary practice; historically valued for biocompatibility and longevity.
RVU Information
CPT D2420 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
Dental codes (CDT codes) require documentation of the tooth number(s) or area treated, clinical findings, and the procedure performed. Pre-authorization may be required for major restorative, prosthodontic, and oral surgery procedures. Include radiographs when supporting medical necessity.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code D2420?
CPT D2420 (Dental gold foil two surface) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Fabrication and placement of a dental restoration using gold foil material on two surfaces of a tooth.
Is D2420 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D2420 is a dental procedure code used by Restorative Dentistry. Rarely used in contemporary practice; historically valued for biocompatibility and longevity. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D2420 used?
Rarely used in contemporary practice; historically valued for biocompatibility and longevity.
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