D7296 Corticotomy, 1-3 teeth
Also known as: corticotomy, accelerated osteogenic orthodontics, rapid orthodontics
Corticotomy procedure to surgically fracture the alveolar cortex around one to three teeth to accelerate orthodontic movement.
In Plain Language
selective bone surgery to speed up tooth movement; rapid orthodontic procedure
Clinical Context
Surgical procedure that creates controlled bone breaks to accelerate tooth movement in orthodontics, reducing overall treatment time. Performed on limited tooth regions (1-3 teeth).
RVU Information
CPT D7296 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 D7296?
CPT D7296 (Corticotomy, 1-3 teeth) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Corticotomy procedure to surgically fracture the alveolar cortex around one to three teeth to accelerate orthodontic movement.
Is D7296 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7296 is a dental procedure code used by Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, Periodontology. Surgical procedure that creates controlled bone breaks to accelerate tooth movement in orthodontics, reducing overall treatment time. Performed on limited tooth regions (1-3 teeth). Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7296 used?
Surgical procedure that creates controlled bone breaks to accelerate tooth movement in orthodontics, reducing overall treatment time. Performed on limited tooth regions (1-3 teeth).
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