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March 10, 2025 · 6 min read
CDT Codes Explained: The Key to Lower Dental Bills
CDT codes control how procedures are billed. Learn how to use them to reduce dental costs and avoid inflated fees.
Why CDT codes matter
Every dental procedure has a CDT code. Insurance uses these codes to decide what is covered and how much is allowed. Without the exact codes, you cannot compare pricing or negotiate effectively.
How to ask for the full list
Request an itemized estimate with every CDT code and fee. If the office says it is not available, ask for a printout or email from their billing system.
Common ways CDT codes lower costs
Once you have the codes, you can compare allowed amounts and spot inflated line items. This lets you ask for adjustments before you agree to treatment.
- Identify when an alternate benefit should be applied.
- Catch duplicate or unnecessary billing lines.
- Request a predetermination with complete codes.
What to do next
Use the CDT list to request a predetermination and compare the insurer response to the office estimate. That gap is where most savings happen.
Turn CDT codes into real savings
BKVHealth helps you use CDT codes to negotiate lower dental bills.