As a dentist, you know how important it is to provide high-quality care to your patients. However, the cost of dental procedures can often be a barrier to treatment. Did you know that many dental procedures are covered by medical insurance? By billing medical insurance, you can help your patients get the care they need and preserve dental benefits. Here are 15 dental procedures that medical insurance may cover:
1. Sleep apnea appliances (Dental Sleep Medicine)
Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that can lead to other health problems such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Dental sleep medicine offers solutions to help patients with sleep apnea breathe easier at night. Medical insurance may cover the cost of sleep apnea appliances.
2. Panorex x-rays for services covered by medical insurance
Panorex X-rays can provide a detailed view of the teeth and jaw. Medical insurance may cover the cost of Panorex X-rays for procedures that are medically necessary.
3. Oral infections, cysts, oral inflammation.
Oral infections, cysts, and inflammation can be painful and lead to more serious health problems. Medical insurance may cover the cost of treatment for these conditions.
4. TMJ appliances and headache treatment
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder can cause pain and discomfort in the jaw and head. Medical insurance may cover the cost of TMJ appliances and other treatments for headaches related to TMJ disorder.
5. CBCT (cone beam) and tomography
CBCT (cone beam) and tomography are imaging technologies that can provide detailed views of the teeth and jaw. Medical insurance may cover the cost of these imaging technologies for procedures that are medically necessary.
6. Exams for services that are covered by medical insurance.
Medical insurance may cover the cost of exams to determine if a dental procedure is medically necessary.
7. Frenectomy/tongue ties for infants and children.
Frenectomy is a simple surgical procedure that can help infants and children with tongue ties or other oral conditions. Medical insurance may cover the cost of frenectomy for medically necessary procedures.
8. Clearance exams before chemotherapy or surgery.
Clearance exams can help determine if a patient is healthy enough for chemotherapy or surgery. Medical insurance may cover the cost of clearance exams for medically necessary procedures.
9. Mucositis and stomatitis (from chemotherapy and other treatments)
Chemotherapy and other medical treatments can cause mucositis and stomatitis, which can be painful and lead to other health problems. Medical insurance may cover the cost of treatment for these conditions.
10. Dental implants and bone grafts.
Dental implants and bone grafts can help patients with missing teeth regain their smile and improve their quality of life. Medical insurance may cover the cost of dental implants and bone grafts for medically necessary procedures.
11. Facial Pain Treatment
Facial pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including dental problems. Medical insurance may cover the cost of treatment for facial pain.
12. Third molars or wisdom teeth extraction.
Wisdom teeth can cause pain and other oral health problems. Medical insurance may cover the cost of wisdom teeth extraction for medically necessary procedures.
13. Biopsies
Biopsies can help diagnose oral health problems, including cancer. Medical insurance may cover the cost of biopsies for medically necessary procedures.
14. Botox Injections for bruxism and jaw pain.
Botox injections can help relieve bruxism and jaw pain. Medical insurance may cover the cost of Botox injections for medically necessary procedures.
15. Accidents to teeth
Accidents to teeth can be painful and require immediate treatment. Medical insurance may cover the cost of treatment for accidents to teeth.
Billing medical insurance for dental services can be complex, but services and resources are available to help. Consider partnering with a medical billing company specializing in dental billing to ensure that you maximize your revenue and provide the best possible care to your patients. As a dentist, there are many services you can bill medical insurance, from sleep apnea devices to surgical dentistry. By taking advantage of this opportunity, you can increase case acceptance and help your patients receive the care they need. Don't hesitate to reach out to a medical billing company like Revv Billing Systems for assistance with the billing process. They handle full claim cycle management: verification of benefits, dental and medical claim filing, and claim follow-up. They can help you streamline your insurance revenue cycle with timely claims processing so you won’t have to worry about a single thing other than your patients. Get a quote today!
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