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E368
E368 – First disc excision
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — SPINAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use E368 when performing a discectomy in conjunction with a primary decompression procedure such as N509, N510, or N520 for cervical/thoracic levels.
- Use E368 when performing a discectomy during a lumbar decompression procedure coded as N511 or N512.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E368 as a standalone procedure will result in an automatic rejection as it is strictly an add-on code requiring a primary spinal surgical code.
- Attempting to bill E368 multiple times for a single level is incorrect; it is intended for the first disc excision per operative session.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the primary procedure code (N509, N510, N511, N512, or N520) is listed first on the claim to trigger the correct processing of the E368 add-on fee.
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