D2642 Dental onlay porcelin 2 surf
Also known as: porcelain onlay, ceramic onlay, two surface onlay
Fabrication and placement of a porcelain onlay restoration on two surfaces of a tooth, including preparation, fabrication, and cementation.
In Plain Language
tooth-colored covering
Clinical Context
Used for two-surface lesions with cusp and esthetic coverage; provides superior esthetic outcome.
RVU Information
CPT D2642 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 D2642?
CPT D2642 (Dental onlay porcelin 2 surf) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Fabrication and placement of a porcelain onlay restoration on two surfaces of a tooth, including preparation, fabrication, and cementation.
Is D2642 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D2642 is a dental procedure code used by Prosthodontics, Esthetic Dentistry. Used for two-surface lesions with cusp and esthetic coverage; provides superior esthetic outcome. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D2642 used?
Used for two-surface lesions with cusp and esthetic coverage; provides superior esthetic outcome.
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