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D7320 Alveoplasty without extraction

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: alveoloplasty without extraction, ridge reduction, ridge recontouring

Alveoloplasty (ridge contouring) performed without concurrent tooth extraction to reshape existing ridge.

In Plain Language

bone reshaping of jaw without tooth removal

Clinical Context

Surgical reshaping and contouring of alveolar ridge performed as standalone procedure (not with extraction). Used for ridge irregularities, bone reduction, or preparation for prosthetics.

RVU Information

CPT D7320 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 D7320?

CPT D7320 (Alveoplasty without extraction) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Alveoloplasty (ridge contouring) performed without concurrent tooth extraction to reshape existing ridge.

Is D7320 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7320 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Periodontology. Surgical reshaping and contouring of alveolar ridge performed as standalone procedure (not with extraction). Used for ridge irregularities, bone reduction, or preparation for prosthetics. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7320 used?

Surgical reshaping and contouring of alveolar ridge performed as standalone procedure (not with extraction). Used for ridge irregularities, bone reduction, or preparation for prosthetics.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.