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D7450 Rem odontogen cyst to 1.25cm

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: odontogenic cyst removal small, tooth-related cyst removal

Removal of an odontogenic cyst (cyst of tooth origin) up to 1.25 centimeters in size.

In Plain Language

removal of tooth-related cyst up to 1.25 cm

Clinical Context

Surgical removal of cysts of odontogenic origin (e.g., dentigerous, radicular, periapical cysts) up to 1.25 cm. Performed with enucleation and curettage technique.

RVU Information

CPT D7450 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 SurgeryOral Pathology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D7450?

CPT D7450 (Rem odontogen cyst to 1.25cm) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Removal of an odontogenic cyst (cyst of tooth origin) up to 1.25 centimeters in size.

Is D7450 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7450 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Oral Pathology. Surgical removal of cysts of odontogenic origin (e.g., dentigerous, radicular, periapical cysts) up to 1.25 cm. Performed with enucleation and curettage technique. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7450 used?

Surgical removal of cysts of odontogenic origin (e.g., dentigerous, radicular, periapical cysts) up to 1.25 cm. Performed with enucleation and curettage technique.

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