D7993 Surgical place craniofacial implant
Also known as: Craniofacial implant, Osseointegrated implant
Surgical placement of a craniofacial implant or osseointegrated implant fixture in bone for support of prosthetic rehabilitation.
In Plain Language
Placing facial bone implant
Clinical Context
Used for support of maxillofacial prosthetics in patients with congenital or acquired facial defects. Provides anchoring for prosthetic devices.
RVU Information
CPT D7993 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 D7993?
CPT D7993 (Surgical place craniofacial implant) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Surgical placement of a craniofacial implant or osseointegrated implant fixture in bone for support of prosthetic rehabilitation.
Is D7993 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D7993 is a dental procedure code used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Implant Dentistry. Used for support of maxillofacial prosthetics in patients with congenital or acquired facial defects. Provides anchoring for prosthetic devices. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D7993 used?
Used for support of maxillofacial prosthetics in patients with congenital or acquired facial defects. Provides anchoring for prosthetic devices.
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