One thing that stays constant is change – and there is no exception to this rule regarding CDT codes.  

Code revisions take place based on the best interests of the profession, patients, and payers and will have a varied impact based on their relevance and code usage for each dentist.

For 2026, the updates include:

  • 31 new codes
  • 14 revised codes
  • 6 deleted codes

Remember that a new or revised code does not dictate reimbursement from insurance providers. Recognized codes may not be reimbursed at all. Consider it a language that providers and insurance companies understand; it helps communicate the services provided numerically.

Updating your system annually with code revisions:

  • Helps clarify treatment for team members, patients, and third-party payers
  • Provides accurate estimates for your patient base
  • Enables proper reimbursement from third-party payers
  • Most carriers notify in-network providers of their requirements and reimbursement protocols before the end of the year.

We encourage you to follow a three-part protocol annually:

  1. Contact insurance companies you are contracted with to review processing guidelines for upcoming changes.
  2. Facilitate a team meeting where you discuss CDT changes and how their impact may shift chart note records, posting, and patient communication for your offered procedures.
  3. Set fees for new codes and remove deleted codes from your billing software.

While we don’t expect a change in fees for revised codes, finding average fees for new codes is difficult. Reach out to your Burkhart Account Manager for additional guidance on setting fees.

 

31 New Codes

D0426

Collection, Preparation, and Analysis of Saliva Sample

D0461

Testing for Cracked Tooth

D1720

Influenza Vaccine Administration

D5877

Duplication of Complete Denture – Maxillary

D5878

Duplication of Complete Denture – Mandibular

D5909

Maxillary Guidance Prosthesis with Guide Flange

D5930

Maxillary Guidance Prosthesis without Guide Flange

D5938

Resection Prosthesis, Maxillary Complete Removable

D5939

Resection Prosthesis, Mandibular Complete Removable

D5940

Resection Prosthesis, Maxillary Partial Removable

D5941

Resection Prosthesis, Mandibular Patrial Removable

D5942

Resection Prosthesis, Max. Implant/Abtmt. Supported Removable – Edentulous Arch

D5943

Resection Prosthesis, Mand. Implant/Abtmt. Supported Removeable Prosthesis – Edentulous Arch

D5944

Resection Prosthesis, Max. Implant/Abtmt. Supported Removeable Prosthesis – Partial Edentulous Arch

D5945

Resection Prosthesis, Mand. Implant/Abtmt Supported Removeable Prosthesis – Partial Edentulous Arch

D8671

Periodic orthodontic treatment visit associated with orthognathic surgery

D5946

Resection Prosthesis, Max. Implant/Abtmt. Supported Fixed Prosthesis – Partial Edentulous Arch

D5947

Resection Prosthesis, Mandibular Implant/Abtmt. Supported Fixed Prosthesis – Edentulous Arch

D5948

Resection Prosthesis, Maxillary Implant/Abtmt. Supported Fixed Prosthesis – Partial Edentulous Arch

D5949

Resection Prosthesis, Mandibular Implant/Abtmt Supported Fixed Prosthesis – Partial Edentulous Arch

D6196

Removal of an Indirect Restoration on an Implant Retained Abutment

D6280

Implant Maintenance Procedure when a Full Arch Removable Implant/Abutment Denture is Removed and Reinserted, includes Cleaning Prosthesis and Abutments – Per Arch

D9128

Photobiomodulation Therapy – First 15 Minutes

D9129

Photobiomodulation Therapy – Each Subsequent 15 Minutes

D9224

General Anesthesia with Advanced Airway – First 15 Minutes

D9225

General Anesthesia with Advanced Airway – Each Subsequent 15 Minutes

D9244

In-Office Administration of Minimal Sedation – Single Drug – Enteral

D9245

Administration of Moderate Sedation – Enteral

D9246

Administration of Moderate Sedation – Non-IV – First 15 Minutes

D9247

Administration of Moderate Sedation – Non-IV – Each Subsequent 15 Minutes

D9936

Cleaning and Inspection of Occlusal Guard – Per Appliance

 

14 Revised Codes

D0180

Comprehensive Periodontal Evaluation – New or Established Patient

D0417

Collection and Preparation of Saliva Sample for Lab Analysis

D0418

Analysis of Saliva Sample – Laboratory

D2391

Resin-Based Composite – 1 Surface, Posterior

D5876

Add Metal Substructure to Acrylic Complete Denture, per Arch

D5934

Mandibular Guidance Prosthesis with Guide Flange

D5935

Mandibular Guidance Prosthesis without Guide Flange

D7285

Incisional Biopsy of Oral Tissue – Hard (bone/tooth)

D7286

Incisional Biopsy of Oral Tissue – Soft

D9222

Administration of Deep Sedation – GA – 1st 15-Min. Increment

D9223

Administration of Deep Sedation – GA – Each Subsequent 15 Min. Increment

D9230

Administration of Nitrous Oxide

D9239

Administration of Moderate Sedation – Intravenous – 1st 15 Min. Increment

D0243

Administration of Moderate Sedation – Intravenous – Each Subsequent 15 Min. Increment

 

6 Deleted Codes

D1352

Preventative Resin Restoration – Permanent Tooth

D1705

AstraZeneca Covid 19 – Vaccine Administration – First Dose

D1706

AstraZeneca Covid 19 – Vaccine Administration – Second Dose

D1707

Janssen Covid 19 Vaccine Administration

D1712

Janssen Covid 19 Vaccine Administration – Booster Dose

D9248

Non-intravenous Conscious Sedation

Reach out to your Burkhart Account Manager or Burkhart’s Practice Support Team with your questions regarding changes in codes, coding strategies to maximize reimbursement, and analyzing managed care participation in your practice.

 

Your success is our success. Please reach out to us anytime.
Learn more, visit the Practice Support Team page, email us at PracticeSupportTeam@BurkhartDental.com, or call 1.800.665.5323.

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