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E738
E738 – Continent ileostomy
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — DIGESTIVE SYSTEM SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use E738 as an add-on when creating a Kock pouch or similar continent reservoir during a total proctocolectomy (S168 or S169).
- Apply this code when performing a continent ileostomy in conjunction with a total colectomy (S170) or specific ileostomy revisions (S173, S174) that require the construction of the continent mechanism.
Common Pitfalls
- Submitting E738 without one of the mandatory primary codes (S168, S169, S170, S173, or S174) will result in an automatic rejection.
- Billing E738 as a standalone procedure is a common error; it is strictly an add-on fee and lacks independent procedural value in the Schedule of Benefits.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the primary procedure code is listed first on the claim to establish the surgical context required for the E738 add-on to process correctly.
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