D5720ADA CDT ProcedureProsthodonticsDENTURE REBASE PROCEDURES

D5720 - Rebase Partial Max

Rebase maxillary partial denture.

Patient-Friendly Summary: This procedure replaces all the pink acrylic on an upper partial denture while keeping the metal framework and artificial teeth intact. It renews the fit against your gums and refreshes the appliance's appearance.
Clinical Documentation Notes: Once per 3 years. Available 6 mos post insertion. No narrative.
Procedure Code
D5720
Clinical Category
Prosthodontics
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 D5720.

Source: Delta Dental 2026
Frequency Limitation
1 per 24 to 36 months (not covered within 6 months of insertion) (rolling_12_months)

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.

Restrictions & Clinical Exclusions

  • Fee for rebase of a denture cannot exceed one-half of the fee for a new appliance, and any excess fee by the same dentist/dental office is not billable to the patient on the same date of service.
  • Rebase includes the fee for relining. When a reline is billed in conjunction with a rebase within six months by the same dentist/dental office fees for the reline are not billable to the patient.
  • Rebase includes adjustments required within six months of delivery. When an adjustment is billed within six months of a reline or rebase by the same dentist/dental office, fees for the adjustment are not billable to the patient. Benefits for adjustments beyond two in a 12-month interval are denied and chargeable to the patient.
  • For benefit purposes, anesthesia is an integral part of the procedures being performed and additional fees are not billable to the patient.
  • For benefit purposes, local anesthesia is an integral part of the procedure being performed and additional charges are not billable to the patient.
  • Full or partial dentures include any reline/rebase, adjustment or repair required within six months of delivery; Benefits may be denied if repair or replacement within the contractual time limitation is the patient’s fault. General policy - The fee for an immediate denture includes any adjustments, relines, or tissue conditioning within 3 months of delivery. Laboratory relines are benefited 3 months after delivery of an immediate denture to allow adequate time for healing.

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 D5720 (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 D5720.

Frequently Asked Questions — D5720 (Rebase Partial Max)

Quick answers for dental billers and treatment coordinators submitting claims for D5720.

What ICD-10 diagnosis codes link to dental procedure D5720?▾

Currently no specific ICD-10 crosswalk mappings recorded for CDT D5720.

Can CDT code D5720 be billed to medical insurance?▾

Billing CDT D5720 (Rebase Partial Max) 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 D5720?▾

Required claim attachments for CDT D5720 (Rebase Partial Max) include: Standard ADA claim form with CDT procedure code and date of service.

What is the insurance frequency limitation for CDT D5720?▾

Standard commercial insurance frequency for D5720: 1 per 24 to 36 months (not covered within 6 months of insertion) (rolling_12_months).

What are common insurance denial reasons and appeal tips for CDT D5720?▾

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.