D7471 Rem exostosis any site
Also known as: exostosis removal, bone growth removal
Removal of an exostosis (benign bone growth) from any oral site.
In Plain Language
removal of bone bump in mouth
Clinical Context
Surgical removal of exostosis (benign bony outgrowth) from any oral location (palate, mandible, buccal cortex, etc.) when causing functional or esthetic concerns.
RVU Information
CPT D7471 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 D7471?
CPT D7471 (Rem exostosis any site) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Removal of an exostosis (benign bone growth) from any oral site.
Is D7471 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7471 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Periodontology. Surgical removal of exostosis (benign bony outgrowth) from any oral location (palate, mandible, buccal cortex, etc.) when causing functional or esthetic concerns. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7471 used?
Surgical removal of exostosis (benign bony outgrowth) from any oral location (palate, mandible, buccal cortex, etc.) when causing functional or esthetic concerns.
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