D9949 Repair sleep apnea appliance
Also known as: appliance repair, sleep apnea repair
Repair of a damaged sleep apnea appliance to restore function and therapeutic effectiveness for continued treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
In Plain Language
fixing your sleep apnea device; repairing your breathing aid
Clinical Context
Used for repair of worn, fractured, or damaged mandibular advancement devices or other sleep apnea appliances to maintain therapeutic function and patient compliance.
RVU Information
CPT D9949 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 D9949?
CPT D9949 (Repair sleep apnea appliance) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Repair of a damaged sleep apnea appliance to restore function and therapeutic effectiveness for continued treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
Is D9949 covered by dental insurance?
CPT D9949 is a dental procedure code used by Sleep Medicine, Prosthodontics, General Dentistry. Used for repair of worn, fractured, or damaged mandibular advancement devices or other sleep apnea appliances to maintain therapeutic function and patient compliance. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.
When is CPT D9949 used?
Used for repair of worn, fractured, or damaged mandibular advancement devices or other sleep apnea appliances to maintain therapeutic function and patient compliance.
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