Malocclusion or misalignment of the upper and lower teeth is a common dental condition. It is usually caused by a difference between jaw and tooth size or the size of the upper and lower jaws....
Dental Problems Common during Winter and Their Dental Codes
OSI’s dedicated dental billing services are designed to streamline practice’s billing tasks, improve cash flow and enhance patient satisfaction. Our comprehensive dental billing solutions cover...
Coding Tooth Developmental Disorders with the Right Codes
Dental development or odontogenesis is a very complex process that begins even before birth. Both deciduous teeth (primary or baby teeth) and permanent teeth (secondary or adult teeth) undergo a...
Dental Billing Best Practices to Focus on
Dental insurance billing is one of the most critical operations for a dental office. A proper dental billing system is important to collect payments on time for dental services performed in a...
5 Dental Problems Common During Winter and Their Dental Codes
Winter season brings significant changes in the weather. Even though chilly temperatures are enjoyable, it can bring several kinds of health consequences. Cold weather can have a significant impact...
What is the Missing Tooth Clause in Dental Insurance?
Dental insurance plans provide coverage for certain dental procedures. According to the National Association of Dental Plans, up to 77% of Americans have dental benefits. Some plans cover a...
Billing and Coding Periodontal Scaling and Root Planing
Dental plaque and tartar are common dental problems that occur when saliva, food, and fluids combine to form bacteria deposits where the teeth and gums meet. The build-up of plaque and tartar can...
Glossary of Dental Insurance Verification Terms
Dental insurance verification is the first step in the dental billing process and it plays a key role in determining whether a patient is covered for a particular treatment or not. Verification...
What Are the CDT Codes for Dental Bridge?
Dental bridge is a custom-made fixed appliance solution for connecting the gap between teeth. It is a popular dental restoration procedure for filling one or more missing teeth on either side of the...