D0708ADA CDT ProcedureDiagnosticTESTS AND EXAMINATIONS

D0708 - Bitewing Capture

Intraoral – bitewing image – image capture only.

Patient-Friendly Summary: The technical capture of a bitewing X-ray showing the chewing surfaces and contacts of upper and lower teeth. It provides high-detail imaging to check for cavities between teeth. You gently bite down on a small wing tab during the brief exposure.
Clinical Documentation Notes: Not a covered benefit.
Procedure Code
D0708
Clinical Category
Diagnostic
Reference Fee & Claim Types
BOTH

Insurance Verification Benchmarks & Billing Guidelines

Payer policy benchmarks, pre-submission attachment requirements, and denial prevention rules for D0708.

Source: Delta Dental 2026
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 CodeDenial ReasonAppeal & Overturn Strategy
CO-119Benefit maximum or frequency limitation exceeded for procedureSubmit clinical narrative detailing extraordinary circumstances, active recurrent pathology, or exception criteria.

ICD-10-CM Justification & Crosswalk Mappings for D0708 (5)

Click any ICD-10-CM diagnosis code below to inspect its reverse procedure mappings and differential coding guide.

ICD-10 CodeDiagnosis NameCategoryPrimary JustificationClaim TypeClinical Scenario
Z01.20Encounter for dental examination and cleaning without abnormal findingsEncounter for other special examination without diagnosis★ Yes (Primary)BOTHintraoral – bitewing radiographic image – image capture only indicated for Encounter for dental examination and cleaning without abnormal findings
Z01.21Encounter for dental examination and cleaning with abnormal findingsEncounter for other special examination without diagnosisSecondaryBOTHintraoral – bitewing radiographic image – image capture only indicated for Encounter for dental examination and cleaning with abnormal findings
Z13.84Encounter screening for dental disordersEncounter for screening for other diseases and disordersSecondaryBOTHintraoral – bitewing radiographic image – image capture only indicated for Encounter screening for dental disorders
Z86.16Personal History of COVID-19Personal history of certain other diseasesSecondaryBOTHintraoral – bitewing radiographic image – image capture only indicated for Personal History of COVID-19
U07.1COVID-19Emergency use of U07SecondaryBOTHintraoral – bitewing radiographic image – image capture only indicated for COVID-19

Frequently Asked Questions — D0708 (Bitewing Capture)

Quick answers for dental billers and treatment coordinators submitting claims for D0708.

What ICD-10 diagnosis codes link to dental procedure D0708?▾

Common ICD-10-CM justification codes for CDT D0708 (Bitewing Capture) include: Z01.20 - Encounter for dental examination and cleaning without abnormal findings (Primary); Z01.21 - Encounter for dental examination and cleaning with abnormal findings; Z13.84 - Encounter screening for dental disorders; Z86.16 - Personal History of COVID-19; U07.1 - COVID-19.

Can CDT code D0708 be billed to medical insurance?▾

Billing CDT D0708 (Bitewing Capture) to medical insurance depends on the underlying clinical necessity and trauma/pathology documentation. Supported claim types across linked diagnoses: BOTH.

What attachments and documentation are required for billing CDT D0708?▾

Required claim attachments for CDT D0708 (Bitewing Capture) include: Standard ADA claim form with CDT procedure code and date of service.

What is the insurance frequency limitation for CDT D0708?▾

Standard commercial insurance frequency for D0708: Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none).

What are common insurance denial reasons and appeal tips for CDT D0708?▾

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.