Removal of Fixed Orthodontic Appliances (D8695) — National Rates

Negotiated reimbursement rates for D8695 across 10 states, sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage data. 30 rate records.

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National Average Negotiated Rate
$127
30 rate records · 10 states
📊 Data updated monthly · Last refresh: March 2026

About D8695 — Removal of Fixed Orthodontic Appliances

D8695 is the code for the removal of fixed orthodontic appliances, a procedure that typically occurs at the end of active orthodontic treatment. This involves the careful removal of brackets, wires, and other components of the orthodontic system. Clinical indications for this procedure include the completion of the planned orthodontic treatment and the need for post-treatment evaluation. Documentation should include details of the removal process, any immediate post-removal instructions given to the patient, and the condition of the teeth and gums post-treatment. Reimbursement for D8695 averages around $127, but this can vary by payor and state, with some insurance plans covering it under orthodontic benefits while others may not.

Reimbursement rates for D8695 vary significantly by state, payor, and provider network. The national average negotiated rate is $127. Data sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, updated monthly.

Top Paying States for D8695

Arizona
$187
9 records
New York
$138
2 records
Connecticut
$125
2 records

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Full National Breakdown

Median
$118
Low
$42
High
$200

Highest & Lowest Reimbursement States

↑ Top 5

StateAvg Rate
Arizona$187
New York$138
Connecticut$125
Florida$121
Wisconsin$115

↓ Bottom 5

StateAvg Rate
California$113
South Carolina$102
Texas$53
Utah$45
Indiana$42

All States — D8695 Average Rates

Arizona
$187
New York
$138
Connecticut
$125
Florida
$121
Wisconsin
$115
California
$113
South Carolina
$102
Texas
$53
Utah
$45
Indiana
$42
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State-by-State Comparison Table

StateAverageMedianMinMaxRecords
Arizona$187$195$120$1959
New York$138$138$125$1502
Connecticut$125$125$100$1502
Florida$121$121$121$1212
Wisconsin$115$115$115$1152
California$113$93$46$2003
South Carolina$102$102$95$1092
Texas$53$53$53$531
Utah$45$45$45$451
Indiana$42$42$42$421
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