D7910 Dental sutur recent wnd to 5cm
Also known as: Dental laceration repair, Oral laceration suturing
Suturing of a recent traumatic laceration to oral tissues measuring up to 5 centimeters in length.
In Plain Language
Stitching a fresh mouth wound; Closing a mouth cut with stitches
Clinical Context
Used for recent traumatic lacerations to lips, oral mucosa, or tongue up to 5 cm. Appropriate for wounds presenting within 24-48 hours.
RVU Information
CPT D7910 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 D7910?
CPT D7910 (Dental sutur recent wnd to 5cm) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Suturing of a recent traumatic laceration to oral tissues measuring up to 5 centimeters in length.
Is D7910 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7910 is a dental procedure code used by Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Used for recent traumatic lacerations to lips, oral mucosa, or tongue up to 5 cm. Appropriate for wounds presenting within 24-48 hours. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7910 used?
Used for recent traumatic lacerations to lips, oral mucosa, or tongue up to 5 cm. Appropriate for wounds presenting within 24-48 hours.
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