D7630ADA CDT ProcedureOral SurgeryTREATMENT OF FRACTURES: Simple

D7630 - Fracture Mandible

Mandible – open reduction (immobilized).

Patient-Friendly Summary: Surgical repair of a fractured lower jaw through an incision to place small stabilizing plates or screws, with the teeth temporarily secured for healing. This ensures the jawbone heals rigidly in its exact natural position so you can chew normally again.
Clinical Documentation Notes: Not a covered benefit.
Procedure Code
D7630
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 D7630.

Source: Delta Dental 2026
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

  • Procedure is by report. Medical coverage may include these procedures. A separate fee for splinting, wiring or banding is not billable to the patient when performed on the same date of service by the same dentist/dental office rendering the primary procedure.
  • 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 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 D7630 (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 D7630.

Frequently Asked Questions — D7630 (Fracture Mandible)

Quick answers for dental billers and treatment coordinators submitting claims for D7630.

What ICD-10 diagnosis codes link to dental procedure D7630?▾

Currently no specific ICD-10 crosswalk mappings recorded for CDT D7630.

Can CDT code D7630 be billed to medical insurance?▾

Billing CDT D7630 (Fracture Mandible) 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 D7630?▾

Required claim attachments for CDT D7630 (Fracture Mandible) include: Diagnostic pre-operative radiograph showing affected tooth/area.

What is the insurance frequency limitation for CDT D7630?▾

Standard commercial insurance frequency for D7630: Subject to group/individual contract frequency limitations (none).

What are common insurance denial reasons and appeal tips for CDT D7630?▾

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.