Description

This instructional text features more than 200 coding scenarios to provide step-by-step examples for how to code different cases and treatments. It includes examples of how to use new and revised codes, so even seasoned coders can benefit from this 2026 edition. For less experienced coding staff, the CDT Coding Companion, 2026 can serve as a teaching tool with more than 270 questions and answers and coding scenarios. Written by dental coding experts from across the industry and vetted by the ADA, the CDT Coding Companion is the definitive source of CDT coding information.

CDT 2026 changes include:

• • 31 new codes
• • 14 revisions
• • 6 deletions
• • 9 editorial changes

CDT 2026 features new and revised codes for:

• • Saliva testing
• • Duplication of removable prosthetics prostheses
• • Guidance and resection prostheses
• • Implant maintenance procedures
• • Photobiomodulation therapy
• • Administration of anesthesia
• • Comprehensive periodontal evaluation
• • Procedure for peri-implantitis
• • Cracked tooth testing

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