Attention! Effective immediately, reserve D6010 exclusively for standard platform implants, while mini implants must now be reported using code D6013.
Note: While dental insurance plans typically exclude implant coverage, some may fall under a patient's medical insurance.
Information for Effective D6010 Implant Body Placement
Pro Tip: When contacting a patient's dental insurance provider, specifically inquire about implant coverage to avoid surprises.
Beware: Dental insurance companies may invoke a missing tooth clause if the natural tooth was lost before the patient's enrollment, potentially denying benefits for implants and similar restorations.
Important: Billing surgical exposure with healing abutments separately is essential for smooth claims processing.
Heads up: Reimbursement for surgical exposure and/or healing caps, alias D6010 Implant Body Placement or Second Stage Implant Surgery, varies across insurance companies, with most plans limiting coverage to placement costs.
Reminder: If a patient exhausts their annual maximum but still has implant coverage, the insurance provider won't contribute to the procedure cost. Be prepared!
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