D7285 Biopsy of oral tissue hard
Also known as: hard tissue biopsy, bone biopsy, tooth structure biopsy
Biopsy of hard oral tissue (bone or tooth structure), including removal of tissue for histopathological examination.
In Plain Language
sample of bone or hard tissue from mouth; hard tissue sample removal
Clinical Context
Used for biopsy of hard oral tissues including bone, tooth structure, or exostosis to diagnose pathology. Common indications include suspected bone lesions, exostosis, or pathological changes.
RVU Information
CPT D7285 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 D7285?
CPT D7285 (Biopsy of oral tissue hard) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Biopsy of hard oral tissue (bone or tooth structure), including removal of tissue for histopathological examination.
Is D7285 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7285 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Oral Pathology, Periodontology. Used for biopsy of hard oral tissues including bone, tooth structure, or exostosis to diagnose pathology. Common indications include suspected bone lesions, exostosis, or pathological changes. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7285 used?
Used for biopsy of hard oral tissues including bone, tooth structure, or exostosis to diagnose pathology. Common indications include suspected bone lesions, exostosis, or pathological changes.
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