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C238
C238 – Concurrent care
OHIP Consultations and Visits Code — CONSULTATIONS AND VISITS · Schedule of Benefits
C238 is defined as any routine assessment rendered in a hospital by a consultant physician following their initial major assessment of the patient. This service is appropriate when the patient's family physician remains the most responsible physician (MRP) but has requested continued directive care from the consultant due to the complexity of the case. As an assessment, this service includes the specific elements outlined in of the Schedule of Benefits, such as a direct physical encounter, taking a patient history, performing a physical examination, and arranging any necessary follow-up care.
Referral requiredFrom: Physician
Usage limits
OR([4, "week", "per_patient", "Limited to 4 visits per week during the first week of concurrent care"], [2, "week", "per_patient", "and 2 visits per week thereafter. The first week is determined from the date of the first concurrent care visit."])
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