D7951 Sinus aug w bone or bone sub
Also known as: Sinus lift, Sinus augmentation
Sinus augmentation or sinus floor elevation using bone or bone substitute material to increase available bone height.
In Plain Language
Lifting the sinus membrane to add bone
Clinical Context
Used to increase available bone height in posterior maxilla for implant placement. Common in atrophic maxilla with limited vertical dimension.
RVU Information
CPT D7951 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 D7951?
CPT D7951 (Sinus aug w bone or bone sub) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Sinus augmentation or sinus floor elevation using bone or bone substitute material to increase available bone height.
Is D7951 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7951 is a dental procedure code used by Implant Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Used to increase available bone height in posterior maxilla for implant placement. Common in atrophic maxilla with limited vertical dimension. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7951 used?
Used to increase available bone height in posterior maxilla for implant placement. Common in atrophic maxilla with limited vertical dimension.
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