D0417 - Saliva Collection
Collection of saliva sample for lab.
- Procedure Code
- D0417
- Clinical Category
- Diagnostic
- Primary ICD-10 Justification
- See mapped diagnoses below
- Reference Fee & Claim Types
- DENTAL
Insurance Verification Benchmarks & Billing Guidelines
Payer policy benchmarks, pre-submission attachment requirements, and denial prevention rules for D0417.
- Frequency Limitation
- Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none)
Required Claim Attachments & Pre-Submission Checklist
- Standard ADA claim form with CDT procedure code and date of service
Bill When (Allowable Clinical Criteria)
- Indicated for medically and clinically necessary treatment as documented in patient's dental record.
Common Claim Denial Codes & Overturn Strategies
| Denial Code | Denial Reason | Appeal & Overturn Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| CO-119 | Benefit maximum or frequency limitation exceeded for procedure | Submit clinical narrative detailing extraordinary circumstances, active recurrent pathology, or exception criteria. |
ICD-10-CM Justification & Crosswalk Mappings for D0417 (0)
Click any ICD-10-CM diagnosis code below to inspect its reverse procedure mappings and differential coding guide.
No direct ICD-10 mappings recorded for D0417.
Frequently Asked Questions — D0417 (Saliva Collection)
Quick answers for dental billers and treatment coordinators submitting claims for D0417.
What ICD-10 diagnosis codes link to dental procedure D0417?▾
Currently no specific ICD-10 crosswalk mappings recorded for CDT D0417.
Can CDT code D0417 be billed to medical insurance?▾
Billing CDT D0417 (Saliva Collection) to medical insurance depends on the underlying clinical necessity and trauma/pathology documentation. Supported claim types across linked diagnoses: DENTAL.
What attachments and documentation are required for billing CDT D0417?▾
Required claim attachments for CDT D0417 (Saliva Collection) include: Standard ADA claim form with CDT procedure code and date of service.
What is the insurance frequency limitation for CDT D0417?▾
Standard commercial insurance frequency for D0417: Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none).
What are common insurance denial reasons and appeal tips for CDT D0417?▾
Denial Code CO-119 (Benefit maximum or frequency limitation exceeded for procedure): Overturn appeal strategy - Submit clinical narrative detailing extraordinary circumstances, active recurrent pathology, or exception criteria.