ADA CDT Task Force seeking comment on dental procedure code modifiers November 9, 2022 -- The ADA's Enhanced CDT Task Force is seeking comment from the dental community on a proposed framework of dental procedure code modifiers, which would complement the Current Dental Terminology (CDT) Code's current "Dxxxx" format.Read More
ADA to host free webinar on 2023 CDT Code October 27, 2022 -- The ADA is hosting a free webinar in November to educate participants on changes to the 2023 Current Dental Terminology (CDT) Code. "Optimizing Your Practice 2022: Accurate Coding for Treatment/Record-keeping/Claims" will stream on November 15 from noon to 1 p.m. CT.Read More
Does your charting equal a proper legal document? November 30, 2021 -- An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure when it comes to patient documentation. Dr. James V. Anderson offers 10 tips for making sure your documentation is complete and includes all necessary information.Read More
Dental orgs urge CMS to establish specific coding for dental surgeries September 24, 2021 -- The ADA, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are urging the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to establish specific coding for dental outpatient surgeries performed at hospitals or surgical centers.Read More
Dental coding is becoming more complex May 26, 2021 -- There are 28 new dental codes for 2021. Dr. James Anderson outlines five of the most notable, in addition to detailing why it's important for every practice to have an updated codebook every year.Read More