D4322ADA CDT ProcedurePeriodonticsNON-SURGICAL PERIDONTAL SERVICES

D4322 - Splint (Intra)

Intra-coronal splinting of teeth.

Patient-Friendly Summary: Intra-coronal splinting stabilizes loose or shifting teeth by bonding a small reinforcing ribbon or wire inside shallow grooves on the biting surfaces. It locks weak teeth to stronger neighbors, distributing chewing pressure comfortably and aiding bone recovery.
Clinical Documentation Notes: Not a covered benefit.
Procedure Code
D4322
Clinical Category
Periodontics
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 D4322.

Source: Delta Dental 2026
Frequency Limitation
Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none)

Required Claim Attachments & Pre-Submission Checklist

  • Full-mouth periodontal charting with 6-point probing depths and bleeding points

Bill When (Allowable Clinical Criteria)

  • Indicated for medically and clinically necessary treatment as documented in patient's dental record.

Restrictions & Clinical Exclusions

  • When submitted as a standalone procedure, benefits are denied unless covered by group/individual contract. crowns to provide stabilization and additional strength.
  • The fees for Intra-coronal splints submitted in conjunction with prosthetic crowns (D2700- D2799), implant prosthetics crowns (D6058- D6067, D6082-D6085, D6086-D6088, D6094, D6097), fixed partial dentures (D6205-D6794) and implant fixed partial denture retainers (D6068-D6077, D6098, D6099, D6120-D6123, D6194, D6195) are not billable to the patient.
  • Infection control is included in the fee for the dental services provided. Separate fees are not billable to the patient.
  • For benefit purposes, local anesthesia is an integral part of the periodontal procedures being performed and additional charges are not billable to the patient.
  • Laser disinfection is a technique, not a procedure. Fees for laser disinfection are not billable to the patient.
  • Benefits for laser disinfection as a standalone procedure are denied as investigational.

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 D4322 (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 D4322.

Frequently Asked Questions — D4322 (Splint (Intra))

Quick answers for dental billers and treatment coordinators submitting claims for D4322.

What ICD-10 diagnosis codes link to dental procedure D4322?▾

Currently no specific ICD-10 crosswalk mappings recorded for CDT D4322.

Can CDT code D4322 be billed to medical insurance?▾

Billing CDT D4322 (Splint (Intra)) 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 D4322?▾

Required claim attachments for CDT D4322 (Splint (Intra)) include: Full-mouth periodontal charting with 6-point probing depths and bleeding points.

What is the insurance frequency limitation for CDT D4322?▾

Standard commercial insurance frequency for D4322: Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none).

What are common insurance denial reasons and appeal tips for CDT D4322?▾

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.