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J034
J034 – Trans-lumbar aortogram
OHIP Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Code — CLINICAL PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS · Schedule of Benefits
J034 is for a trans-lumbar aortogram, a clinical procedure associated with diagnostic radiological examinations. This procedure falls under the category of angiography.
When to Use
- Use J034 specifically for the procedural component of a trans-lumbar aortogram when performed as a diagnostic angiographic study.
- Claim J034 when the procedure is the primary diagnostic intervention, distinct from subsequent therapeutic embolization codes like J040.
Common Pitfalls
- Do not bill J034 in isolation if pressure measurements were taken; ensure J035 is added to capture the additional work.
- Avoid confusing J034 with general radiological interpretation fees, as J034 covers the clinical procedure of the aortogram itself.
- Failure to append appropriate after-hours premiums (E409, E410) when the procedure is non-elective and performed outside standard hours is a common revenue loss.
Billing Tips
- Always pair J034 with J035 if pressure measurements are recorded during the same session to maximize the claim value.
- If the procedure involves subsequent embolization, bill J034 as the primary procedural code followed by J040 for the first vessel and J047 for any additional vessels.
Provider Fee$137.75
Anaesthetist Fee$95.76
Non-Anaesthetist Fee$95.76
Effective: April 1, 2026
Category
E. Clinical Procedures associated with Diagnostic Radiological Examinations
Subcategory
CLINICAL PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS
Service Type
Procedure
Code Classes
Clinical Procedures associated with Diagnostic Radiological Examinations
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