Canada Procedure Code Tools

The Procedure Code Tool can automatically update the Procedure Codes with any missing CDA codes, missing N codes, default auto codes, add default Procedure Buttons, and remove any temporary codes (T codes) installed with the trial version.

For Canada users, in the Procedure Codes window, click Tools.

Note:
  • Use caution when selecting and running tools so that customized Auto Codes and Procedure Buttons are not reset.
  • Codes from the Canadian Dental Hygienist Association (CDHA) are not automatically included in Open Dental. Contact Open Dental Support to quickly import most procedure codes.
  • Codes from the Denturist Association of Canada (DAC) are not included in Open Dental and must be created manually if needed.

Check the tools to run, then click Run Now. A message displays when updates are done.

T codes: Remove all temp codes (T) that were only needed for the trial version.

N Codes: Add missing no-fee procedure codes.

CDA Codes: Add missing CDA procedure codes.

Auto Codes: Generate Canada Auto Codes or reset to the default Auto Codes.

Procedure Buttons: Generate Procedure Buttons or reset to the default Procedure Buttons.

Appt Procs Quick Add: Generates single-click buttons in the Appointment Edit window. See Canada Definitions: Appt Procs Quick Add.

Recall Types: Resets recall types to the default. See Canada Recall Types.