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E944
E944 – Free posterior lamellar graft
OHIP Surgical Assists Code — OCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
This code describes the addition of a free posterior lamellar graft when performed in conjunction with a temporal rotation flap (E227).
When to Use
- Use E944 only when performing a free posterior lamellar graft specifically to reconstruct the eyelid margin or posterior lamella during a temporal rotation flap procedure (E227).
- Apply this code when the surgical plan necessitates a composite graft to support the eyelid structure while closing a defect created by the primary E227 flap.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing E944 as a standalone procedure will result in automatic rejection, as it is strictly an add-on code that requires the presence of E227 on the same claim.
- Attempting to bill E944 for a simple primary closure or a non-lamellar graft will trigger audit flags for inappropriate code utilization.
Billing Tips
- Ensure both E227 and E944 are submitted on the same claim to satisfy the mandatory pairing requirement for the Ontario Health Insurance Plan.
Provider Fee$175.15
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
Y. Ocular and Aural Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
OCULAR SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Surgical Procedure
Code Classes
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