All codes
E939
E939 – Repeat procedure by second surgeon
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — Y. Ocular and Aural Surgical Procedures · Schedule of Benefits
This is an add-on fee payable in addition to the primary procedure, E218 Dacryocystorhinostomy, when the procedure is being repeated and is performed by a second surgeon. The Schedule of Benefits lists this service as 'E939: repeat procedure by second surgeon - add - Fee: 150.00'. It is found in the 'LACRIMAL TRACT' subsection under 'OCULAR AND AURAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES'.
When to Use
- Use E939 when performing a repeat Dacryocystorhinostomy (E218) on a patient where the initial procedure was performed by a different surgeon.
- Apply this code specifically when the clinical documentation confirms the procedure is a revision or repeat of a previously failed E218 performed by another provider.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E939 without the primary procedure code E218 on the same claim will result in an automatic rejection.
- Attempting to use E939 for a repeat procedure performed by the same surgeon who did the original E218 is incorrect and will be flagged during audit.
Billing Tips
- Ensure the claim includes the primary procedure E218; E939 acts as a mandatory add-on fee and cannot be billed as a standalone service.
- Verify that the patient's chart clearly identifies the previous surgeon to justify the 'second surgeon' requirement for this specific add-on code.
Ready to bill this code?
SnapBill makes OHIP billing simple — auto-filled codes, validation, and batch submission.