I have a 21-year-old patient that presents with pain and pressure related to a previous jaw trauma. The patient was beaten by a group of men. #22 and 23 had root canals 6 months after surgery in an attempt to relieve continuous pain. The current exam shows metal plate hardware anterior mandible. PARL at #21 and widened PDL at #23. A retreat root canal would have low success. Planning the removal of #22 and #23 due to widened PDL and plan for implant replacement. Removal of hardware in the anterior mandible. Question is what CPT and ICD9 codes can be used to have as much as possible covered from medical insurance? The responses are greatly appreciated.
