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D7321 Alveoloplasty not with extracts

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: limited alveoloplasty, minor ridge contouring

Limited alveoloplasty without tooth extraction, used for minor ridge recontouring and irregularities.

In Plain Language

small bone reshaping without tooth removal

Clinical Context

Minimal surgical reshaping of alveolar ridge to correct minor irregularities without concurrent extraction. Often used for final prosthetic preparation.

RVU Information

CPT D7321 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 SurgeryProsthodontics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D7321?

CPT D7321 (Alveoloplasty not with extracts) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Limited alveoloplasty without tooth extraction, used for minor ridge recontouring and irregularities.

Is D7321 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7321 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics. Minimal surgical reshaping of alveolar ridge to correct minor irregularities without concurrent extraction. Often used for final prosthetic preparation. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7321 used?

Minimal surgical reshaping of alveolar ridge to correct minor irregularities without concurrent extraction. Often used for final prosthetic preparation.

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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.