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E732
E732 – Intubation of small intestine with biopsy
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Payable in addition to the fee for `Z540` (Intubation of small intestine - with or without fluoroscopy) when a biopsy is performed during the same procedure.
When to Use
- Use E732 as an add-on code specifically when a biopsy is obtained during an intestinal intubation procedure already billed under Z540.
- Use this code when the clinical objective of the intubation includes the collection of tissue samples for diagnostic pathology, such as in cases of suspected malabsorption or small bowel pathology.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E732 as a standalone service will result in an automatic rejection, as it is strictly an add-on code dependent on the submission of Z540.
- Failing to document the specific site and nature of the biopsy in the operative report creates an audit risk, as the biopsy must be clearly linked to the procedural intubation.
Billing Tips
- Ensure both Z540 and E732 are submitted on the same claim to satisfy the dependency requirement and ensure the procedural fee is processed correctly.
Provider Fee$29.10
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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