D3426 Root surgery each add root
Also known as: additional root surgery, extra root removal, extra apical surgery
Each additional root surgical removal from a multi-rooted tooth in apical surgery.
In Plain Language
extra tooth root surgery; additional root treatment
Clinical Context
Separate reportable procedure for each additional root treated during multi-rooted tooth apical surgery. Common in molar apicoectomy procedures.
RVU Information
CPT D3426 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 D3426?
CPT D3426 (Root surgery each add root) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Each additional root surgical removal from a multi-rooted tooth in apical surgery.
Is D3426 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D3426 is a dental procedure code used by Endodontics, Oral Surgery. Separate reportable procedure for each additional root treated during multi-rooted tooth apical surgery. Common in molar apicoectomy procedures. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D3426 used?
Separate reportable procedure for each additional root treated during multi-rooted tooth apical surgery. Common in molar apicoectomy procedures.
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