Home
Career Stage
Medical Students Residents Attendings CPT Codes Resources Blog Support

D3352 Apexification/recalc interim

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: apexification interim, apex closure interim, root development interim

Interim appointment for apexification or root development continuation treatment.

In Plain Language

ongoing root tip treatment; continued root development

Clinical Context

Follow-up appointment during apexification protocol for replacement of calcium hydroxide dressing. Multiple interim appointments may be required over months.

RVU Information

CPT D3352 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

EndodonticsPediatric Dentistry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D3352?

CPT D3352 (Apexification/recalc interim) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Interim appointment for apexification or root development continuation treatment.

Is D3352 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D3352 is a dental procedure code used by Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry. Follow-up appointment during apexification protocol for replacement of calcium hydroxide dressing. Multiple interim appointments may be required over months. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D3352 used?

Follow-up appointment during apexification protocol for replacement of calcium hydroxide dressing. Multiple interim appointments may be required over months.

Track This Code in RVU Edge

Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.

CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.