D8020 Limited dental treatment transition
Also known as: Limited transitional dentition treatment, Mixed teeth care
Limited scope dental treatment for a transitional dentition patient, managing the mixed dentition phase transitioning from primary to permanent teeth.
In Plain Language
Basic dental care during tooth transition
Clinical Context
Used for pediatric patients with mixed primary and permanent dentition. Includes care of both primary and erupting permanent teeth.
RVU Information
CPT D8020 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 D8020?
CPT D8020 (Limited dental treatment transition) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Limited scope dental treatment for a transitional dentition patient, managing the mixed dentition phase transitioning from primary to permanent teeth.
Is D8020 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D8020 is a dental procedure code used by Pediatric Dentistry, Dentistry. Used for pediatric patients with mixed primary and permanent dentition. Includes care of both primary and erupting permanent teeth. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D8020 used?
Used for pediatric patients with mixed primary and permanent dentition. Includes care of both primary and erupting permanent teeth.
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