D9946 Occ guard, hard, part arch
Also known as: partial hard guard, sectional guard, partial-arch guard
Hard acrylic occlusal guard custom fabricated to cover a portion of the maxillary or mandibular arch for localized bruxism protection.
In Plain Language
hard plastic guard for part of mouth; sectional night guard
Clinical Context
Used for fabrication of partial-coverage hard occlusal guards for patients with localized wear patterns or those preferring limited palatal or lingual coverage.
RVU Information
CPT D9946 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 D9946?
CPT D9946 (Occ guard, hard, part arch) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Hard acrylic occlusal guard custom fabricated to cover a portion of the maxillary or mandibular arch for localized bruxism protection.
Is D9946 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D9946 is a dental procedure code used by Prosthodontics, General Dentistry. Used for fabrication of partial-coverage hard occlusal guards for patients with localized wear patterns or those preferring limited palatal or lingual coverage. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D9946 used?
Used for fabrication of partial-coverage hard occlusal guards for patients with localized wear patterns or those preferring limited palatal or lingual coverage.
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