Hi, looking for some direction in coding for a dental exam within a child's well check. My physician would like to bill code D0145 during a well check for a child under 3.
Notes in the chart indicate: "The child's mouth was inspected. Teeth were dried and a thin layer of 5% sodium fluoride varnish was applied by quadrants to each tooth surface. Care instructions were provided to the parents."
Is there a more appropriate code for an oral health screen done with a 99391 visit? It was my understanding that an oral health check of the teeth was included in the well-child check guidelines. I do not think this is an appropriate code for the PCP to bill with a well check but am looking for an alternative.
Thanks!
Notes in the chart indicate: "The child's mouth was inspected. Teeth were dried and a thin layer of 5% sodium fluoride varnish was applied by quadrants to each tooth surface. Care instructions were provided to the parents."
Is there a more appropriate code for an oral health screen done with a 99391 visit? It was my understanding that an oral health check of the teeth was included in the well-child check guidelines. I do not think this is an appropriate code for the PCP to bill with a well check but am looking for an alternative.
Thanks!