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D5130 Dentures immediat maxillary

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: immediate upper denture, immediate maxillary, extraction denture

Fabrication of an immediate maxillary denture placed at time of tooth extraction in the maxilla.

In Plain Language

temporary upper denture at extraction; immediate replacement plate

Clinical Context

Constructed preoperatively and placed immediately after maxillary tooth extraction; provides temporary function while tissues remodel and undergo alveolar resorption.

RVU Information

CPT D5130 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

ProsthodonticsRestorative Dentistry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D5130?

CPT D5130 (Dentures immediat maxillary) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Fabrication of an immediate maxillary denture placed at time of tooth extraction in the maxilla.

Is D5130 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D5130 is a dental procedure code used by Prosthodontics, Restorative Dentistry. Constructed preoperatively and placed immediately after maxillary tooth extraction; provides temporary function while tissues remodel and undergo alveolar resorption. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D5130 used?

Constructed preoperatively and placed immediately after maxillary tooth extraction; provides temporary function while tissues remodel and undergo alveolar resorption.

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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.