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D7560 Maxillary sinusotomy

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: sinus surgery, antral window, sinus access

Maxillary sinusotomy (surgical opening into the maxillary sinus) for drainage, access, or treatment of sinus disease.

In Plain Language

surgical opening into upper jaw sinus

Clinical Context

Surgical procedure creating access to the maxillary sinus for drainage of infection, removal of pathology, or surgical treatment. May be intraoral or extraoral approach.

RVU Information

CPT D7560 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 SurgeryENT/Otolaryngology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D7560?

CPT D7560 (Maxillary sinusotomy) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Maxillary sinusotomy (surgical opening into the maxillary sinus) for drainage, access, or treatment of sinus disease.

Is D7560 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D7560 is a dental procedure code used by Oral Surgery, ENT/Otolaryngology. Surgical procedure creating access to the maxillary sinus for drainage of infection, removal of pathology, or surgical treatment. May be intraoral or extraoral approach. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D7560 used?

Surgical procedure creating access to the maxillary sinus for drainage of infection, removal of pathology, or surgical treatment. May be intraoral or extraoral approach.

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