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| The Keys to TMJ Appliance Coverage |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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TMJ, TMD, temporomandibular joint syndrome, jaw pain, clicking, popping, grating, crepitus, deviated opening, muscle spasms, headaches, tinnitus, bruxism, trauma, ankylosis, degenerative arthritis |
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| Red Flags Compliance Deadline Extended to June 1, 2010 |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Deadline postponed once again to June 1, 2010 |
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| Key TMJ Terms |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Adhesions, ankylosis, articular, condyle, crepitus, disc, extra-articular, interincisal opening, internal derangement, lateral excusive movement, mandible, meniscus, myofascial, NSAIDs, occlusal splint, orthognathic surgery, temporal bone, temporomandibular joint, TMJ, temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), tinnitus, trismus |
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| Potentially Associated ICD-9 Diagnosis Codes for TMJ Services |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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ICD-9 Codes |
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| Sample Medical Policy for TMJ Occlusal Orthotics |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Physical therapy, medical necessity, clinical signs and symptoms, extra-articular pain, painful chewing, restricted range of motion, intercisal opening, lateral excursive movement, deviated opening, orthotic adjustments, manipulation of the jaw, TENS, acupuncture, trigger point injections |
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| How Do We Report Smoothing Teeth? |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Enameloplasty, occlusal adjustment, orthodontics, reshaping a root, odontoplasty, D9971 |
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| Coding a Caries Infiltrant: ICON |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Infiltrant resin, caries infiltrant, DMG America |
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| American Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgeons (ASTJS) |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Diagnosis and Management Guidelines |
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| United Healthcare Revises Periodontal Maintenance Policy |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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D4910, United Healthcare, chronic periodontal disease, bone loss, Michael Weitzner, DMD, MS, Vice President of National Clinical Operations |
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| Basic vs. Enhanced Oral Cancer Exams |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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ViziLite Plus and VELscope |
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| How Can We Get Crown Buildups Paid? |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Core buildup, prep vs. seat date, contract exclusion, CAD/Cam technology |
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| Which Claims Do You Have The Most Difficulty Getting Paid? |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Crown & bridge, buildups, onlays, implants, periodontal services, oral surgery |
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| Sample Buildup Narratives |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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What do you estimate to be the ratio of crowns to buildups performed in your practice? |
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| Balance Billing Prohibited for Workers' Comp Claims |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Work-related dental injuries, SOAP, statutory regulations, state workers' comp claims, federal workers comp claims, workers' comp carrier letter |
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| Dental Services Covered by Traditional Aetna Medical Plans |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Aetna Clinical Policy #0082 |
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| Full Mouth Extractions Prior to Radiation Therapy |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Neck cancer, oncologist, radiation therapy, E & M codes, CMS-1500 medical claim form, diagnosis codes, V07.8 |
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| Maximizing Collections in 2010 |
2009 Nov / Dec |
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Harlene Stevens, CPA, Improve Customer Service and Cash Flow, estimating benefits, offering discounts and payment options, sample financial agreement, payment options |
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| Obtaining Reimbursement For Sleep Apnea Appliances |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, snore guard, mandibular advancement devices, polysomnography, medical diagnosis codes:327.23, 780.51, 780.53, 780.57, CPT codes, 20189, 99070, AHI, RDI |
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| Dentists Are "Creditors" Under Red Flags Rule |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Federal Trade Commission Red Flags Rule deadline extended |
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| Key Sleep Apnea Terms |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Apnea-hypopnea index, obstructive sleep apnea, polysomnography, sleep study, respiratory disturbance index, |
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| Clinically Significant Obstructive Sleep Apnea |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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AHI, RDI, excessive daytime sleepiness, impaired cognition, mood disorders, insomnia, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, history of stroke |
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| Common Coverage Criteria: Oral Appliances For Sleep Apnea |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Mild to moderate sleep apnea, polysomnography, reversible therapy, orthognathic surgery |
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| What is a Network Gap Exception? |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Network gap, network deficiency, oral surgeons, general dentists, PPO plans, HMO plans |
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| Patient Requires Oral Appliance Therapy: Diagnosis Sleep Apnea |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Gather information & records, check medical benefits, request a gap exception, obtain preauthorization, bill the initial evaluation & imaging, bill the oral appliance, bill each follow-up appointment |
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| Maximizing Year-End Dental Benefits |
2009 Sept / Oct |
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Harlene Stevens, CPA, make it personal, sample patient letter |
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