D7297 Corticotomy, 4 or more teeth
Also known as: corticotomy multiple teeth, accelerated osteogenic orthodontics
Corticotomy procedure to surgically fracture the alveolar cortex around four or more teeth to accelerate orthodontic tooth movement.
In Plain Language
selective bone surgery on multiple teeth to speed movement
Clinical Context
Surgical corticotomy procedure affecting four or more teeth to accelerate orthodontic movement. More extensive than D7296, used when multiple tooth regions require acceleration.
RVU Information
CPT D7297 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 D7297?
CPT D7297 (Corticotomy, 4 or more teeth) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Corticotomy procedure to surgically fracture the alveolar cortex around four or more teeth to accelerate orthodontic tooth movement.
Is D7297 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7297 is a dental procedure code used by Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, Periodontology. Surgical corticotomy procedure affecting four or more teeth to accelerate orthodontic movement. More extensive than D7296, used when multiple tooth regions require acceleration. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7297 used?
Surgical corticotomy procedure affecting four or more teeth to accelerate orthodontic movement. More extensive than D7296, used when multiple tooth regions require acceleration.
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