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E647
E647 – Patch aortoplasty with pericardium or graft
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — CARDIOVASCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use E647 when performing an aortic root enlargement or patch augmentation using pericardium or a graft during an aortic valve replacement (R732).
- Apply this code when the aortic annulus requires reconstruction or widening to accommodate a larger prosthetic valve during a primary procedure like R732 or E656.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E647 as a standalone procedure; it is strictly an add-on code and will be rejected if not submitted with a qualifying primary aortic procedure.
- Confusing E647 with general graft codes; ensure the documentation specifically describes the patch aortoplasty technique rather than a standard vascular graft repair.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the primary procedure (e.g., R732) is billed on the same claim to prevent the automatic rejection of the add-on fee.
Provider Fee$264.70
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
Q. Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
CARDIOVASCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Surgical
Code Classes
Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures
The note on this page 'Multivalvular replacement - the fee will be that for the major valve replaced plus 85% of the fee for the additional valve or valves' applies to the primary valve replacement procedures, not this specific add-on code.
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