CDT D0431

Get information about CDT D0431 dental procedure code with description :

D0431 Procedure Code Description

Adjunctive pre-diagnostic test that aids in detection of mucosal abnormalities including premalignant and malignant lesions, not to include cytology or biopsy procedures

This code includes oral cancer screening of a patient.Screening is the examination of your overall dental health to check for signs of decay, cancer or any other infection.

CDT D0431 Category : DIAGNOSTIC

In Diagnostic section, you will encounter with current dental terminology code D0431 .

Pain/Altered Sensation
Defective Restorations
Trauma or Fracture
Periodontics
Anatomic Abnormalities
Abnormalities of Teeth
Caries
Endodontics
Oral Pathology
Removable Prosthodontics
Temporomandibular Disorders
Harmful Oral Habits
Occlusion Disorders

The codes in this section recognize the cognitive skills necessary for patient evaluation The collection and recording of some data and components of the dental examination may be delegated however, the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment planning are the responsibility of the dentist.