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E782
E782 – Cystoscopy with electrocoagulation of Hunner ulcer
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — UROGENITAL AND URINARY SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This is an add-on procedure to a diagnostic cystoscopy (Z606 or Z607). It involves the use of electrocoagulation to treat a Hunner's ulcer, which is a specific type of bladder lesion. The service is performed by a surgeon and is listed under Urogenital and Urinary Surgical Procedures in the Schedule of Benefits.
When to Use
- Use E782 only when performing electrocoagulation of identified Hunner's ulcers during a cystoscopy (Z606 or Z607) for interstitial cystitis.
- Do not use E782 for routine bladder biopsies or fulguration of non-Hunner lesions, as these are typically covered under the base procedure or different specific codes.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E782 without a valid parent code (Z606 or Z607) will result in an automatic rejection.
- Claiming E782 for simple diagnostic cystoscopy without documented electrocoagulation of a specific Hunner's ulcer is considered an audit risk for upcoding.
- Attempting to bill E003C for anaesthesia monitoring during this procedure is prohibited and will be rejected.
Billing Tips
- Ensure your operative report explicitly documents the presence of Hunner's ulcers and the specific use of electrocoagulation to justify the add-on fee.
- Apply age premiums or after-hours premiums (E409/E410) to the total procedural fee if the clinical circumstances meet the specific criteria outlined in the Schedule of Benefits.
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