Reviewed by Dr. Morgan Heminger · Updated September 16, 2026

What is D8082?

A payer-specific D8082 billing guide for the second six-month interval of comprehensive adolescent orthodontic treatment.

When to use D8082

Some state Medicaid programs use D8082 to report units during the second six months of comprehensive orthodontic treatment for adolescent dentition. It is not a universal national billing convention, so follow the patient’s payer manual.

Billing and documentation for D8082

Confirm authorization, eligibility, allowed units, treatment dates, and progress-note requirements. Do not use this interval code for a payer that requires the comprehensive treatment code or another installment method.

Frequently asked questions about D8082

Is D8082 used by every dental plan?

No. It appears in certain payer and Medicaid fee schedules; verify the specific plan.

What period does D8082 represent?

Where recognized, it generally represents the second six-month interval of adolescent comprehensive orthodontic treatment.

What documentation is important?

Keep the original authorization, treatment start date, progress notes, eligibility checks, and payer installment schedule.