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Practice Management

P-8 - Crack the Code: Mastering Endodontic CDT Code Submissions and Appeals

Friday, April 4, 2025
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM EST
Location: Hynes Convention Center, Floor 3, Room 309
Earn 0.75 CE Credits
Not Recorded

    Speaker(s)

  • Elizabeth Shin Perry, DMD (she/her/hers)

    Clinical Instructor
    Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Perry Endodontics
    Westfield, Massachusetts

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

    Handouts

  • Ken Wiltbank, DMD

    Endodontist
    Washington Square Endodontics
    Tigard, Oregon

    Disclosure(s): CIGNA Dental: Specialty Panel, ended relationship approx 2020. Too much travel (Terminated, January 1, 2018)

    • Session Host(s)

  • Bryce Cordell, DDS, MSD

    Endodontist
    Endodontic Associates, Inc., Fort Wayne, Indiana
    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Disclosure(s):
Elizabeth Shin Perry, DMD: No financial relationships to disclose
Ken Wiltbank, DMD: CIGNA Dental: Specialty Panel, ended relationship approx 2020. Too much travel (Terminated, January 1, 2018)
Bryce Cordell, DDS, MSD: No financial relationships to disclose
In the ever-evolving landscape of dental insurance, accurate coding and effective appeals are critical for ensuring proper reimbursement and minimizing delays. This session will provide a comprehensive guide to mastering CDT code submissions, with a special focus on endodontic procedures. Co-presented by experts in the field, this session will cover the latest updates in CDT codes, including the use of newer or recently added codes, practical tips for accurate coding, and strategies for appealing denied claims. Through real-world endodontic scenarios, attendees will gain the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of dental insurance with confidence.

Learning Objectives:

  • Apply knowledge of endodontic coding to real clinical scenarios, enhancing collaboration between clinical and administrative team members for efficient practice management.
  • Identify the correct CDT codes for a variety of endodontic procedures, including complex clinical cases such as retreatment, resorption repair, and surgical interventions.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in submitting accurate code documentation and appeals for denied or rejected claims, ensuring proper reimbursement for endodontic treatments.