D3230 Pulpal therapy anterior prim
Also known as: pulpal therapy anterior, primary anterior pulp, primary anterior therapy
Pulpal therapy treatment of anterior primary tooth with irreversible pulpitis.
In Plain Language
treat baby front tooth nerve; primary anterior nerve treatment
Clinical Context
Endodontic treatment of anterior primary tooth with inflamed or infected pulp. Goal is to maintain tooth until natural exfoliation while preventing complications.
RVU Information
CPT D3230 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 D3230?
CPT D3230 (Pulpal therapy anterior prim) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Pulpal therapy treatment of anterior primary tooth with irreversible pulpitis.
Is D3230 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D3230 is a dental procedure code used by Pediatric Dentistry, Endodontics. Endodontic treatment of anterior primary tooth with inflamed or infected pulp. Goal is to maintain tooth until natural exfoliation while preventing complications. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D3230 used?
Endodontic treatment of anterior primary tooth with inflamed or infected pulp. Goal is to maintain tooth until natural exfoliation while preventing complications.
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