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D5982 Surgical stent

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: surgical stent, surgical guide, tissue stent

Surgical stent. An intraoral guide or support device used during or after oral surgical procedures to direct tissue healing.

In Plain Language

surgical support guide; healing direction device

Clinical Context

Used during or after oral surgery for bone grafting, augmentation, or tissue grafting to guide healing and maintain anatomy.

RVU Information

CPT D5982 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

Oral SurgeryMaxillofacial SurgeryProsthodontics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D5982?

CPT D5982 (Surgical stent) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Surgical stent. An intraoral guide or support device used during or after oral surgical procedures to direct tissue healing.

Is D5982 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D5982 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery, Prosthodontics. Used during or after oral surgery for bone grafting, augmentation, or tissue grafting to guide healing and maintain anatomy. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D5982 used?

Used during or after oral surgery for bone grafting, augmentation, or tissue grafting to guide healing and maintain anatomy.

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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.