D7282 - Mobilize Tooth
Mobilization of erupted tooth to aid eruption.
- Procedure Code
- D7282
- Clinical Category
- Oral Surgery
- 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 D7282.
- Frequency Limitation
- Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none)
Required Claim Attachments & Pre-Submission Checklist
- Diagnostic pre-operative radiograph showing affected tooth/area
Bill When (Allowable Clinical Criteria)
- Indicated for medically and clinically necessary treatment as documented in patient's dental record.
Restrictions & Clinical Exclusions
- The fee for all oral and maxillofacial surgery includes local anesthesia, and suturing if needed on the same date of service, and routine postoperative care 30 days following surgery. A separate fee for these procedures in conjunction with oral and maxillofacial surgery by the same dentist/dental office is not billable to the patient and are denied to another dentist/dental office.
- The fee for all oral and maxillofacial surgery includes local anesthesia and suturing on the same date of service as the oral and maxillofacial surgery, and routine postoperative care 30 days following surgery. Separate fees for these procedures by the same dentist/dental office are not billable to the patient and are denied if done by another dentist/dental office.
- Infection control is included in the fee for the dental services provided. Separate fees are not billable to the patient.
- The fees for exploratory surgery or unsuccessful attempts at extractions are not billable to the patient.
- All services and treatment provided remotely via tele-health modalities, be they synchronous or asynchronous, must be performed by a licensed dentist or their supervised staff, acting within the scope of applicable law. Services and treatment delivered virtually are only a benefit when the elements included in the descriptor of the CDT procedure code are completed and only when they meet generally accepted clinical guidelines.
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 D7282 (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 D7282.
Frequently Asked Questions — D7282 (Mobilize Tooth)
Quick answers for dental billers and treatment coordinators submitting claims for D7282.
What ICD-10 diagnosis codes link to dental procedure D7282?▾
Currently no specific ICD-10 crosswalk mappings recorded for CDT D7282.
Can CDT code D7282 be billed to medical insurance?▾
Billing CDT D7282 (Mobilize Tooth) 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 D7282?▾
Required claim attachments for CDT D7282 (Mobilize Tooth) include: Diagnostic pre-operative radiograph showing affected tooth/area.
What is the insurance frequency limitation for CDT D7282?▾
Standard commercial insurance frequency for D7282: Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none).
What are common insurance denial reasons and appeal tips for CDT D7282?▾
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.