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E728
E728 – Cholecystectomy with truncal or selective vagotomy
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This is an add-on code to be claimed in addition to the fee for the primary surgical procedure when a truncal or selective vagotomy is also performed. It is listed in the context of biliary tract excision procedures, such as cholecystectomy (S287). This service is claimed with a suffix 'A' for the surgeon.
When to Use
- Use E728 when a truncal or selective vagotomy is performed as an adjunct to a primary biliary procedure, such as a cholecystectomy (S287).
- This code is appropriate only when the vagotomy is a distinct, documented component of the surgical plan alongside the primary procedure.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E728 as a standalone procedure will result in an automatic rejection, as it is strictly an add-on code requiring a primary surgical code on the same claim.
- Claiming E728 without explicit operative report documentation detailing the specific vagotomy technique performed is a high-risk audit trigger.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the primary surgical procedure (e.g., S287) is listed first on the claim, followed by E728 with the 'A' suffix to ensure correct processing as an add-on service.
Provider Fee$167.65
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
S. Digestive System Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Procedure
Code Classes
Digestive System Surgical Procedures
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