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D7490 Maxilla or mandible resectio

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: jaw resection, mandibular/maxillary resection, bone resection

Surgical resection of maxilla or mandible (partial or complete removal of jaw bone) in cases of disease, tumor, or trauma.

In Plain Language

surgical removal of upper or lower jaw bone

Clinical Context

Surgical removal (partial or complete) of maxilla or mandible due to malignancy, trauma, severe infection, or other pathology. Major procedure requiring extensive reconstruction planning.

RVU Information

CPT D7490 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 SurgeryOncologyReconstructive Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D7490?

CPT D7490 (Maxilla or mandible resectio) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Surgical resection of maxilla or mandible (partial or complete removal of jaw bone) in cases of disease, tumor, or trauma.

Is D7490 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7490 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, Oncology, Reconstructive Surgery. Surgical removal (partial or complete) of maxilla or mandible due to malignancy, trauma, severe infection, or other pathology. Major procedure requiring extensive reconstruction planning. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7490 used?

Surgical removal (partial or complete) of maxilla or mandible due to malignancy, trauma, severe infection, or other pathology. Major procedure requiring extensive reconstruction planning.

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