CDT D0120
Periodic oral evaluation, established patient
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CDT D0120 mean?
D0120 is a CDT (Current Dental Terminology) code reporting a periodic oral evaluation of an established dental patient — the routine exam performed at a recall visit. It is a dental code maintained by the ADA, distinct from CPT and HCPCS medical codes.
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CDT D0120 at a glance
- Code
- D0120
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Periodic oral evaluation
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is CDT code D0120?
D0120 is a CDT (Current Dental Terminology) code reporting a periodic oral evaluation of an established dental patient — the routine exam performed at a recall visit. It is a dental code maintained by the ADA, distinct from CPT and HCPCS medical codes. Its official short descriptor is "Periodic oral evaluation", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CDT D0120 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CDT D0120 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CDT D0120 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.