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D9955 Oral application thxpy titration vis

D Codes (Dental)

Also known as: titration visit, adjustment visit, therapy titration

Titration visit for oral appliance therapy involving assessment and adjustment of mandibular positioning to optimize therapeutic effectiveness and patient tolerance.

In Plain Language

follow-up adjustment for your sleep device; optimizing your appliance

Clinical Context

Used for chairside titration visits to progressively adjust mandibular advancement devices, evaluate therapeutic response, and ensure patient compliance with oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea.

RVU Information

CPT D9955 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

Sleep MedicineProsthodonticsGeneral Dentistry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code D9955?

CPT D9955 (Oral application thxpy titration vis) is a D Codes (Dental) code. Titration visit for oral appliance therapy involving assessment and adjustment of mandibular positioning to optimize therapeutic effectiveness and patient tolerance.

Is D9955 covered by dental insurance?

CPT D9955 is a dental procedure code used by Sleep Medicine, Prosthodontics, General Dentistry. Used for chairside titration visits to progressively adjust mandibular advancement devices, evaluate therapeutic response, and ensure patient compliance with oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea. Coverage depends on your dental insurance plan.

When is CPT D9955 used?

Used for chairside titration visits to progressively adjust mandibular advancement devices, evaluate therapeutic response, and ensure patient compliance with oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.