How to code for prophys when DAs perform them
Dental assistants now have the opportunity to perform a prophylaxis in some states. So, how do offices code for this for insurance purposes? What is the procedure code if an assistant is scaling supragingivally? Since Kathy doesn’t know exactly what assistants are doing, her opinion is that there is no procedure code for assistants.
This is a hot topic right now, and Kathy discusses some of what’s going on in the industry, and how to move toward solving this complicated dilemma. Listen to what she has to say in this new podcast.
To learn more, or with questions about any type of coding, feel free to reach out to Kathy at kathysforbes.com.
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About the Author
Kathy S. Forbes, BS, RDH, FADHA
Kathy S. Forbes, BS, RDH, FADHA, brings over four decades of passion and expertise to the dental profession as a clinician, educator, speaker, author, and consultant. Known for turning complex coding topics into clear, practical insights, Kathy helps dental teams connect accurate documentation and coding with quality patient care. Kathy serves as a Director for the DentalCodeology Consortium, where she works with hygienists from across the country to review and develop dental hygiene–related procedure codes and presents testimony annually to the ADA’s Code Maintenance Committee.
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Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH
Chief Editor, RDH magazine
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, has over four decades of continual career development and experience in dentistry. As the chief editor of RDH magazine, she strives to remain a proactive personality in the continual advancement of the profession. She has been defined as a motivated trendsetter and dependable colleague and is inspired by her true passion of helping others to achieve their personal goals.