J062 – Percutaneous cholecystostomy
OHIP Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Code — CLINICAL PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS · Schedule of Benefits
Percutaneous cholecystostomy is a therapeutic procedure listed under Clinical Procedures Associated with Diagnostic Radiological Examinations. This service involves the insertion of a tube or catheter through the skin directly into the gallbladder to provide drainage. It is identified as a major invasive procedure eligible for after-hours premiums as per .
When to Use
- Use J062 for the initial percutaneous placement of a cholecystostomy tube in a patient who is a poor surgical candidate for cholecystectomy due to acute cholecystitis.
- Use J062 when performing an urgent gallbladder drainage procedure under image guidance (ultrasound or fluoroscopy) to manage sepsis or biliary obstruction.
Common Pitfalls
- Billing an assessment code on the same day as J062 is a common rejection, as the assessment is considered bundled into the procedural fee.
- Failing to document the specific image-guidance modality used during the procedure can lead to audit scrutiny regarding the medical necessity of the intervention.
Billing Tips
- Ensure that if the procedure is performed after hours, you append the appropriate premium (E409 or E410) to the J062 claim, provided the procedure is non-elective.
- If the patient is under 16 years of age, remember to apply the relevant age-based surgical premium to the J062 fee to ensure accurate reimbursement.
Effective: April 1, 2026
E. Clinical Procedures associated with Diagnostic Radiological Examinations
CLINICAL PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS
Procedure
Clinical Procedures associated with Diagnostic Radiological Examinations
All insured services must be documented in appropriate records that establish: 1. an insured service was provided; 2. the service for which the account is submitted is the service that was rendered; and 3. the service was medically necessary.
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