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D6783 Crown 3/4 porcelain/ceramic

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: three-quarter crown, 3/4 crown, ceramic 3/4

Three-quarter crown restoration (partial coverage crown on three surfaces) constructed from porcelain or ceramic materials. Tooth-preserving esthetic design.

In Plain Language

partial ceramic crown; wrapped esthetic crown

Clinical Context

Used when tooth preservation and esthetics are both important in anterior or visible areas.

RVU Information

CPT D6783 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 DentistryEsthetic Dentistry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D6783?

CPT D6783 (Crown 3/4 porcelain/ceramic) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Three-quarter crown restoration (partial coverage crown on three surfaces) constructed from porcelain or ceramic materials. Tooth-preserving esthetic design.

Is D6783 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D6783 is a dental procedure code used by Prosthodontics, Restorative Dentistry, Esthetic Dentistry. Used when tooth preservation and esthetics are both important in anterior or visible areas. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D6783 used?

Used when tooth preservation and esthetics are both important in anterior or visible areas.

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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.