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D7230 Impact tooth remov part bony

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: impacted tooth removal, partial bone, moderately impacted extraction

Removal of impacted tooth requiring mucoperiosteal flap elevation and partial bone removal.

In Plain Language

buried tooth removal with more bone cutting; moderate impaction surgery

Clinical Context

Used for extraction of teeth with partial bony impaction requiring flap elevation and significant alveolar bone removal. Common indications include deeply impacted wisdom teeth or other fully to partially impacted permanent teeth.

RVU Information

CPT D7230 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 SurgeryPeriodontology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D7230?

CPT D7230 (Impact tooth remov part bony) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Removal of impacted tooth requiring mucoperiosteal flap elevation and partial bone removal.

Is D7230 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7230 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Periodontology. Used for extraction of teeth with partial bony impaction requiring flap elevation and significant alveolar bone removal. Common indications include deeply impacted wisdom teeth or other fully to partially impacted permanent teeth. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7230 used?

Used for extraction of teeth with partial bony impaction requiring flap elevation and significant alveolar bone removal. Common indications include deeply impacted wisdom teeth or other fully to partially impacted permanent teeth.

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