D9244 Office minutes sed drug enteral
Also known as: Oral sedation minimal, Enteral sedation
Administration of minimal sedation using enteral route (oral, rectal) sedative medication by office personnel.
In Plain Language
Light sedation by mouth
Clinical Context
Used for minimal sedation via enteral administration (pills, suspension) for anxious patients with routine procedures.
RVU Information
CPT D9244 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 D9244?
CPT D9244 (Office minutes sed drug enteral) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Administration of minimal sedation using enteral route (oral, rectal) sedative medication by office personnel.
Is D9244 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D9244 is a dental procedure code used by Dentistry. Used for minimal sedation via enteral administration (pills, suspension) for anxious patients with routine procedures. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D9244 used?
Used for minimal sedation via enteral administration (pills, suspension) for anxious patients with routine procedures.
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