D2544 Dental onlay metl 4/more sur
Also known as: metal onlay, four surface onlay, multi-surface onlay
Fabrication and placement of a metallic onlay restoration on four or more surfaces of a tooth, including preparation, fabrication, and cementation.
In Plain Language
precision metal covering
Clinical Context
Used for extensive caries with multiple cusp coverage; provides rigid full cusp-protected restoration.
RVU Information
CPT D2544 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 D2544?
CPT D2544 (Dental onlay metl 4/more sur) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Fabrication and placement of a metallic onlay restoration on four or more surfaces of a tooth, including preparation, fabrication, and cementation.
Is D2544 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D2544 is a dental procedure code used by Prosthodontics, Restorative Dentistry. Used for extensive caries with multiple cusp coverage; provides rigid full cusp-protected restoration. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D2544 used?
Used for extensive caries with multiple cusp coverage; provides rigid full cusp-protected restoration.
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