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E834
E834 – Insertion of testicular prosthesis (add-on)
OHIP Surgical Assists Code · Schedule of Benefits
When to Use
- Use E834 as an add-on when placing a prosthesis during the same operative session as a unilateral orchidectomy (S589).
- Apply E834 when inserting a prosthesis immediately following a radical orchidectomy for malignancy (S598).
Common Pitfalls
- Do not bill E834 as a standalone procedure; use S596 if the prosthesis insertion is performed as a separate, non-concomitant surgery.
- Avoid billing E834 for bilateral procedures unless two separate orchidectomies are performed, as the code is strictly limited to a maximum of 2 per patient lifetime.
- Do not attempt to claim additional anaesthesia or assistant units specifically for E834, as these must be calculated solely based on the primary S589 or S598 procedure.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the primary procedure (S589 or S598) is billed on the same claim to avoid automatic rejection of the add-on code E834.
- Apply the appropriate age-based percentage increase to the $50.00 fee if the patient is under 16 years of age to ensure correct reimbursement.
Provider Fee$50.00
Effective: April 1, 2026
Service Type
Surgical
Code Classes
Procedure
The prosthesis must be inserted during the same operative session as the orchidectomy.
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