What is OHIP billing code J138?

J138 is "Intracavitary ultrasound", an OHIP Diagnostic Ultrasound code from the Ontario Schedule of Benefits (Physician Services).

How do I bill J138 to OHIP?

J138 is submitted through OHIP's MCEDT claims system, either directly or via billing software. SnapBill validates J138 claims against the Schedule of Benefits rules before submission.

What codes are related to J138?

Codes related to J138 in the Schedule of Benefits include J162, J165, J476, J163, J161, G900, J164.

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J138

J138 – Intracavitary ultrasound

OHIP Diagnostic Ultrasound Code — DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND · Schedule of Benefits

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Intracavitary ultrasound (e.g. transrectal, transvaginal) is a diagnostic ultrasound procedure of the pelvis. This service is comprised of a professional component (P fee) of $26.50 and a technical component (H fee) of $48.75. According to of the Schedule, the claim for the technical component is submitted using the fee schedule code with the suffix B and the claim for the professional component is submitted using the fee schedule code with a suffix C. The technical component of a diagnostic service listed in the column headed with an "H" and rendered outside of a hospital is not eligible for payment under the Health Insurance Act ().

Referral requiredFrom: Physician, NursePractitioner, DentalSurgeon, Midwife, OralMaxillofacialSurgeon

J162 J165 J476 J163 J161 G900 J164

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