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F201
F201 – Closed reduction, fracture/dislocation (Halo or caliper traction)
OHIP Anaesthesia Code — SPINAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES · Schedule of Benefits
Closed reduction, fracture/dislocation (Halo or caliper traction) is a non-surgical procedure to realign a fractured or dislocated segment of the spine. This service includes the application of stabilizing devices such as Halo or caliper traction. This is a surgical service eligible for surgeon, assistant, and anaesthetist fees. The acute spinal cord injury premium (E383) may be claimed in addition when applicable.
When to Use
- Use F201 for the non-surgical, closed reduction of a spinal fracture or dislocation that requires the application of halo or caliper traction.
- Use F201 when performing the stabilization procedure in an acute setting, ensuring the documentation reflects the specific traction device applied.
Common Pitfalls
- Failing to document the acute spinal cord injury diagnosis when claiming the E383 premium, which leads to automatic claim rejection.
- Attempting to bill F201 alongside other special visit or after-hours premiums when the E420 trauma premium is already applied, as these are mutually exclusive.
- Incorrectly billing F201 for open surgical stabilization; this code is strictly for closed reduction procedures.
Billing Tips
- Always verify if the patient meets the Injury Severity Score (ISS) criteria before applying the E420 trauma premium, and ensure the score is clearly documented in the patient record.
- Ensure the E383 premium is submitted on the same claim as F201 to trigger the additional payment for acute spinal cord injury cases.
Provider Fee$280.50
Surgical Assistant Fee$75.06
Anaesthetist Fee$92.94
Non-Anaesthetist Fee$92.94
Effective: April 1, 2025
Category
Z. Spinal Surgical Procedures
Subcategory
SPINAL SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Service Type
Surgical
Code Classes
Spinal Surgical Procedures
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