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D7310 Alveoplasty with extraction

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: alveoloplasty with extraction, ridge contouring, ridge reshaping

Alveoloplasty (surgical reshaping of alveolar ridge) performed in conjunction with tooth extraction.

In Plain Language

bone reshaping of jaw ridge during tooth removal

Clinical Context

Surgical contouring and reshaping of alveolar ridge performed at the time of tooth extraction to improve esthetics, function, or prosthetic fit. Common in preparation for prosthodontic treatment.

RVU Information

CPT D7310 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 SurgeryProsthodonticsPeriodontology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D7310?

CPT D7310 (Alveoplasty with extraction) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Alveoloplasty (surgical reshaping of alveolar ridge) performed in conjunction with tooth extraction.

Is D7310 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7310 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Periodontology. Surgical contouring and reshaping of alveolar ridge performed at the time of tooth extraction to improve esthetics, function, or prosthetic fit. Common in preparation for prosthodontic treatment. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7310 used?

Surgical contouring and reshaping of alveolar ridge performed at the time of tooth extraction to improve esthetics, function, or prosthetic fit. Common in preparation for prosthodontic treatment.

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